Comparison Console
Fenix TK21R vs Nitecore P20iX
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore P20iX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P20iX stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P20iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK21R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK21R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK21R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK21R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 383% 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$130.43Most expensive
US$119.95Cheapest
Weight
221.4 g (7.81 oz)Heaviest
116 g (4.09 oz)Lightest
Length
153.3 mm (6.04 in)Longest
141.5 mm (5.57 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3600 lmLowest output
4000 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
12200 cd
Beam distance
480 m (1575 ft)Highest
221 m (725 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4350 minShortest runtime
21000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 lithium-ion
1 x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion battery or 2 x CR123A non-rechargeable batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy A6061-T6
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish, silicon nitride ceramic inlays in strike bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical usePatrollingSearch and rescueTraffic inspectionSelf-defense
Flood illuminationEveryday carryTactical and law enforcement useOutdoor, tactical, maritime applications
Common praise
Very bright with strong beamSolid build qualityIP68 waterproof ratingLong runtimeFast USB-C chargingComfortable size for tactical useImproved tactile switch feel
High brightness output and excellent flood illuminationLong runtime at various brightness levelsDurable build with waterproof and impact resistanceUser-friendly interface with multiple modes and quick strobe accessIncluded high-capacity 21700 battery and USB-C charging
Common complaints
Larger size compared to some EDC flashlightsNo detailed mode descriptions available
Slightly longer length may not suit shallow pockets for compact EDC use
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