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Nitecore EC23 vs Nitecore MT2A Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC23 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 MT2A Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1550% 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$58.95Most expensive
US$49.95Cheapest
Weight
78 g (2.75 oz)Lightest
88 g (3.10 oz)Heaviest
Length
128.7 mm (5.07 in)Shortest
142.8 mm (5.62 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
16200 cdLowest candela
16500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)
255 m (837 ft)
Max runtime
19800 minLongest runtime
1200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1× 18650 Li-ion (output ≥ 8A) or 2× CR123 (single use or rechargeable)
1 x NL1416R rechargeable Li-ion battery (1600mAh), compatible with 2 x AA batteries
Charging type
USB (implied by USB flashlight naming and included battery)
USB-C (built into battery)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aero grade aluminium alloy with HAIII military grade hard-anodised finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryOutdoor UseCampingSearch TasksSurvival/bushcraft
Everyday Carry (EDC)Outdoor ActivitiesEmergency Backup LightingTravelSelf Defense Tool
Common praise
High Maximum Brightness (1800 Lumens)Long Maximum Runtime (up To 330 Hours In Ultralow Mode)Compact Size And LightweightMultiple Output Levels And Special ModesWaterproof And Impact ResistantBuilt In Battery Power IndicatorComfortable Diamond Knurled Body Grip
High Brightness For Aa FlashlightDual Power Options (rechargeable Battery With USB C And Aa Compatibility)Lightweight And Compact DesignGood Build Quality And Ip68 Waterproof RatingSimple And Effective User Interface
Common complaints
Switch Can Be Fiddly Or Less IntuitiveTurbo Mode Requires Specific High Output BatteryNot Compatible With All 18650 Batteries For Turbo Mode
No Built In Charging In Flashlight Body (battery Charges Separately)No Electronic Lockout FeatureNo Mode Memory
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