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Nitecore EDC27 UHi vs Nitecore P12GTS

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

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Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 355% 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.

Nitecore EDC27 UHi — Beam distance: 305 m (1001 ft)Nitecore EDC27 UHi — Max candela: 23500 cdNitecore EDC27 UHi — Weight: 122 g (4.30 oz)Nitecore EDC27 UHi — Retail price: US$89.95Nitecore EDC27 UHi — Max lumens: 3100 lmNitecore EDC27 UHi — Max runtime: 3300 minNitecore P12GTS — Beam distance: 226 m (741 ft)Nitecore P12GTS — Max candela: 12760 cdNitecore P12GTS — Weight: 99 g (3.49 oz)Nitecore P12GTS — Retail price: US$100Nitecore P12GTS — Max lumens: 1800 lmNitecore P12GTS — Max runtime: 15000 minBeam distanceMax candelaWeightRetail priceMax lumensMax runtime
Price & carry
Retail price
US$89.95Cheapest
US$100Most expensive
Weight
122 g (4.30 oz)Heaviest
99 g (3.49 oz)Lightest
Length
Unknown
146 mm (5.75 in)
Output
Max lumens
3100 lmHighest output
1800 lmLowest output
Max candela
23500 cdHighest candela
12760 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
305 m (1001 ft)Highest
226 m (741 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3300 minShortest runtime
15000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 1700mAh Li-ion
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion (high drain recommended) or 2 x CR123A batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro-USB charging via tailcap port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP54
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Stainless steel body with PVD titanium coating and carbon fiber composite frame
Aero grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
▣Ultra Slim Tactical EDC Use▣Outdoor Activities▣Professional Use
▣Tactical Use▣Search And Rescue▣Law Enforcement▣Hunting▣Outdoor And Long Range Searching
Common praise
✓Bright 3100 Lumens Output✓Long 305 Meter Beam Throw✓Compact And Lightweight Design At 122g✓Informative Oled Display✓Durable Stainless Steel Construction With Titanium Coating✓USB C Fast Rechargeable Battery With Long Runtime Up To 55 Hours
✓High Maximum Output Of 1800 Lumens✓Long Maximum Runtime Up To 250 Hours On Lowest Mode✓Durable Aero Grade Aluminum Alloy Construction With Ipx8 Waterproof Rating✓Dual Mechanical Tail And Metal Side Switches Allowing Versatile Control✓Integrated Micro USB Charging Port With Waterproof Cover✓Stable Regulated Output With Advanced Temperature Regulation✓Power Indicator Shows Remaining Battery Voltage
Common complaints
⚠Length And Diameter Dimensions Not Provided⚠Runtime Varies By Mode But Maximum Runtime Only Specified For Lowest Mode
⚠Charging Port Cover Not Very Tight, May Come Off Easily⚠Tailcap Threads Unanodized Preventing Mechanical Lockout⚠Pocket Clip Only For Bezel Down Carry And Protrudes Noticeably

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