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Fenix TK30R vs Nitecore TM9K Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1880% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1880% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 639% 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$265Most expensive
US$195Cheapest
Weight
250 g (8.82 oz)Heaviest
227 g (8.01 oz)Lightest
Length
184 mm (7.24 in)Longest
133 mm (5.24 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
9900 lmHighest output
Max candela
600000 cdHighest candela
65400 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1500 m (4921 ft)Highest
510 m (1673 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
528 minShortest runtime
3900 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable
Built-in 5000mAh 21700 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C fast charging with 18W QC
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 m for 30 minutes)
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range illuminationHuntingTactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor use
Search and rescueLaw enforcementTactical applicationsEDCOutdoor adventures
Common praise
Extremely long beam distance up to 1500 metersHigh build quality with durable materialsRechargeable with included 6000 mAh batteryMultiple tactical modes including instant strobeIP68 waterproof rating and good impact resistance
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
Significant lumen drop after initial 15 minutes on high modeRelatively heavy for some usersPrice is on the higher endNeeds careful handling due to powerful laser
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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