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Fenix TK25R vs Nitecore TM9K Pro

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Fenix TK25R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% 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

Cheapest

Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix TK25R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix TK25R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix TK25R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 175% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix TK25R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 18% 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.

Fenix TK25R — Beam distance: 350 m (1148 ft)Fenix TK25R — Max candela: 28000 cdFenix TK25R — Weight: 225 g (7.94 oz)Fenix TK25R — Length: 164 mm (6.46 in)Fenix TK25R — Retail price: US$200.55Fenix TK25R — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Nitecore TM9K Pro — Beam distance: 510 m (1673 ft)Nitecore TM9K Pro — Max candela: 65400 cdNitecore TM9K Pro — Weight: 227 g (8.01 oz)Nitecore TM9K Pro — Length: 133 mm (5.24 in)Nitecore TM9K Pro — Retail price: US$195Nitecore TM9K Pro — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$200.55Most expensive
US$195Cheapest
Weight
225 g (7.94 oz)Lightest
227 g (8.01 oz)Heaviest
Length
164 mm (6.46 in)Longest
133 mm (5.24 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3600 lmLowest output
9900 lmHighest output
Max candela
28000 cdLowest candela
65400 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
350 m (1148 ft)Lowest
510 m (1673 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3300 minShortest runtime
3900 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-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
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Law enforcementTactical operationsSearch and rescueOutdoor activitiesEDC use
Search and rescueLaw enforcementTactical applicationsEDCOutdoor adventures
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 brightness with good beam throwReliable build quality with tactical featuresFast USB-C chargingIntuitive dual-stage tail switch interfaceExcellent runtime on low modes
Common complaints
Higher price point than budget brandsLED replacement not supportedSome heat-induced output throttling under extended turbo use
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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