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Fenix TK21R vs Nitecore TM9K TAC
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix TK21R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 172% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix TK21R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK21R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK21R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 172% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK21R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 21% 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$173Most expensive
Weight
221.4 g (7.81 oz)Heaviest
218.5 g (7.71 oz)Lightest
Length
153.3 mm (6.04 in)Longest
125 mm (4.92 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3600 lmLowest output
9800 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
19800 cd
Beam distance
480 m (1575 ft)Highest
280 m (919 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4350 minLongest runtime
3600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 lithium-ion
21700 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C, QC supported
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, HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical usePatrollingSearch and rescueTraffic inspectionSelf-defense
Tactical applicationsSearch and rescueEmergency lightingEveryday carry (EDC)
Common praise
Very bright with strong beamSolid build qualityIP68 waterproof ratingLong runtimeFast USB-C chargingComfortable size for tactical useImproved tactile switch feel
Extremely bright maximum output: 9800 lumensDurable construction with military-grade anodized aluminumWaterproof to 2 meters submersionMultiple brightness modes and strobeTurboReady one-handed operationLong runtime especially at lower output levelsBuilt-in rechargeable battery with quick USB-C chargingLockout mode prevents accidental activation
Common complaints
Larger size compared to some EDC flashlightsNo detailed mode descriptions available
Relatively short impact resistance (1 meter) compared to some tactical modelsHeavy for EDC at over 200 gramsMaximum beam throw limited to about 280 meters
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