Comparison Console
Fenix TK25R vs Nitecore TM12K
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix TK25R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM12K stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM12K stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore TM12K stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK25R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK25R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM12K stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK25R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM12K stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK25R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM12K stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 264% 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$200.55Most expensive
US$180Cheapest
Weight
225 g (7.94 oz)Lightest
233 g (8.22 oz)Heaviest
Length
164 mm (6.46 in)Longest
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3600 lmLowest output
12000 lmHighest output
Max candela
28000 cdHighest candela
18000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
350 m (1148 ft)Highest
268 m (879 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3300 minShortest runtime
12000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion
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
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with HA III hard-anodized black matte finish, stainless steel bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Law EnforcementTactical OperationsSearch And RescueOutdoor ActivitiesEDC Use
Tactical & Law EnforcementUtility & Infrastructure WorkPreparedness & Emergency Kits
Common praise
High Maximum Output With Versatile Multi LED OptionsRobust Build Quality With Ip68 RatingFast USB C Charging With Included BatteryDual Switch Design With Easy Mode SelectionAccurate Published Ansi Specs And Reliable Operation
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
Higher Price Point Than Budget BrandsLED Replacement Not SupportedSome Heat Induced Output Throttling Under Extended Turbo Use
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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