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Fenix TK21R vs Nitecore TM9K Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix TK21R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix TK21R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 175% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix TK21R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK21R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK21R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 175% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK21R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 12% 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$130.43Cheapest
US$195Most expensive
Weight
221.4 g (7.81 oz)Lightest
227 g (8.01 oz)Heaviest
Length
153.3 mm (6.04 in)Longest
133 mm (5.24 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3600 lmLowest output
9900 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
65400 cd
Beam distance
480 m (1575 ft)Lowest
510 m (1673 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4350 minLongest runtime
3900 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 lithium-ion
Built-in 5000mAh 21700 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C fast charging with 18W QC
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum alloy A6061-T6
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical usePatrollingSearch and rescueTraffic inspectionSelf-defense
Search and rescueLaw enforcementTactical applicationsEDCOutdoor adventures
Common praise
Very bright with strong beamSolid build qualityIP68 waterproof ratingLong runtimeFast USB-C chargingComfortable size for tactical useImproved tactile switch feel
Very high brightness with good beam throwReliable build quality with tactical featuresFast USB-C chargingIntuitive dual-stage tail switch interfaceExcellent runtime on low modes
Common complaints
Larger size compared to some EDC flashlightsNo detailed mode descriptions available
Built-in non-replaceable batteryGets warm at highest setting after extended useSome users may find the size and weight bulky for EDC
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