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Fenix PD35 TAC vs Nitecore MH12 Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 230% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 230% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 364% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$99Most expensive
US$89.95Cheapest
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Heaviest
82 g (2.89 oz)Lightest
Length
137 mm (5.39 in)Shortest
138.5 mm (5.45 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
3300 lmHighest output
Max candela
10000 cdLowest candela
63500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
200 m (656 ft)Lowest
505 m (1657 ft)Highest
Max runtime
8400 minShortest runtime
39000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
1 × 21700 Li-ion
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Anodized Aluminum
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useMilitaryPoliceEDCOutdoor activitiesSelf-defenseHunting
EDCTactical useLong-throw lightingCampingWork
Common praise
High build quality and durabilityGood tactical and outdoor performanceCompact and easy to carryMultiple output modes including strobeReliable LED with long life span
High maximum output with long beam distanceCompact and lightweight designUSB-C rechargeable with battery level indicatorsDual-switch interface allowing flexible mode controlRobust build quality with IP68 waterproof ratingTactical and daily mode options
Common complaints
Tail switch durability issues reportedNot suitable for tail standingBatteries need to be recharged or replaced for long useThreads lack manufacturer lube
Turbo mode runtime is very short with fast stepdownUnusually green tint with poor color rendering index, not suitable for color-critical tasks
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