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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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