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Fenix UC35 vs Nitecore P12GTS
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix UC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 220% 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$126Most expensive
US$100Cheapest
Weight
89 g (3.14 oz)Lightest
99 g (3.49 oz)Heaviest
Length
140 mm (5.51 in)Shortest
146 mm (5.75 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
17700 cdHighest candela
12760 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
266 m (873 ft)Highest
226 m (741 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
48000 minLongest runtime
15000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
One 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery or two CR123A batteries
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion (high drain recommended) or 2 x CR123A batteries
Charging type
Micro USB 5V/2A
Micro-USB charging via tailcap port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
High strength oxidation-resistant aluminum with HAIII hard anodized finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
MilitaryPolicingOutdoor lightingEmergency standbyEveryday carry
Tactical useSearch and rescueLaw enforcementHuntingOutdoor and long-range searching
Common praise
Powerful output for its sizeLong maximum runtime especially in moonlight modeDurable aircraft-grade aluminum body with good impact and water resistanceConvenient dual-switch interface with tactical tail and side functional switchIncluded high capacity rechargeable 18650 battery and micro USB charging
High maximum output of 1800 lumensLong maximum runtime up to 250 hours on lowest modeDurable aero grade aluminum alloy construction with IPX8 waterproof ratingDual mechanical tail and metal side switches allowing versatile controlIntegrated micro-USB charging port with waterproof coverStable regulated output with advanced temperature regulationPower indicator shows remaining battery voltage
Common complaints
Battery level indication only works with 18650 Li-ion batteryCharging only possible when flashlight is off and at low output
Charging port cover not very tight, may come off easilyTailcap threads unanodized preventing mechanical lockoutPocket clip only for bezel-down carry and protrudes noticeably
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