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Fenix TK22UE vs Nitecore EC4GTS
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix TK22UE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK22UE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK22UE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK22UE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK22UE stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 375% 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$105Most expensive
US$90Cheapest
Weight
150 g (5.29 oz)Lightest
171 g (6.03 oz)Heaviest
Length
150 mm (5.91 in)Shortest
155 mm (6.10 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
39220 cd
Beam distance
405 m (1329 ft)Highest
396 m (1299 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4800 minShortest runtime
22800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable li-ion battery; compatible with 18650 rechargeable li-ion battery with ALF-18 holder
2 x 18650 Li-Ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useOutdoor enthusiastsLaw enforcementMilitary applicationsEveryday carry
Search and rescueOutdoor campingWalking/hikingBug-Out Bag (BOB)
Common praise
High output of 1600 lumens with long beam distanceVersatile battery options with included 21700 rechargeable batteryDurable construction with anti-roll and anti-slip designMultiple brightness levels plus strobe modeUSB Type-C charging included
High output with effective beam throwDurable build quality with quality materials and anodizingErgonomic design with good grip even in wet conditionsUseful UI with direct access to Turbo and Ultra-LowLong maximum runtime and efficient thermal regulation
Common complaints
Weight excludes battery which may add to total carry weightImpact resistance rating not specifiedPrice higher compared to budget tactical lights
No clip included for pocket carryRequires button top 18650 batteries for proper contact
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