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Fenix TK22R vs Nitecore TM12K
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix TK22R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix TK22R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM12K stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 275% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix TK22R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM12K stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK22R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM12K stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK22R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM12K stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 275% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK22R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM12K stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 300% 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$150Cheapest
US$180Most expensive
Weight
218 g (7.69 oz)Lightest
233 g (8.22 oz)Heaviest
Length
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3200 lmLowest output
12000 lmHighest output
Max candela
57400 cdHighest candela
18000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
480 m (1575 ft)Highest
268 m (879 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
12000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 lithium-ion rechargeable
Built-in rechargeable 21700 Li-ion battery 4800mAh
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C with QC 3.0 and QC 2.0 support
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP54
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
HAIII anodized aluminum with stainless steel strike bezel and tungsten carbide balls inlaid
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with HA III hard-anodized black matte finish, stainless steel bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseLaw EnforcementSecurityOutdoor ActivitiesEDC For Tactical Users
Tactical & Law EnforcementUtility & Infrastructure WorkPreparedness & Emergency Kits
Common praise
High Maximum Output Of 3200 LumensLong Beam Distance Of 480 MetersDual Function Tactical Switch With Flexisensa Control For Easy Mode SwitchingDurable Construction With Ip68 Rating And Impact ResistanceIncludes High Capacity Rechargeable Battery And Convenient USB C Charging
Very High Output Brightness And Beam Distance For SizeCompact And Lightweight DesignDurable Aerospace Grade Aluminum Body With Hard Anodized FinishFast USB C Charging With Qc SupportCustomizable High Mode And Oled Real Time Display
Common complaints
Too Large For Comfortable Pants Pocket CarrySome Users Note Downshifting Of Output After Prolonged Use Due To Thermal ProtectionPrice May Be Considered High By Some Buyers
Turbo Mode Limited To 6 7 Seconds To Prevent OverheatingBeam Distance Is Moderate For The Lumen Output Due To Flood Style BeamBattery Built In, Not User Replaceable
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