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Nitecore LA30 vs Nitecore MT2C Pro

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

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Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore LA30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 620% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Nitecore LA30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore LA30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore LA30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 620% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Nitecore LA30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% 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 LA30 — Beam distance: 19.6 m (64 ft)Nitecore LA30 — Max candela: 96 cdNitecore LA30 — Weight: 117 g (4.13 oz)Nitecore LA30 — Length: 75.2 mm (2.96 in)Nitecore LA30 — Retail price: US$39.95Nitecore LA30 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Nitecore MT2C Pro — Beam distance: 520 m (1706 ft)Nitecore MT2C Pro — Max candela: 80000 cdNitecore MT2C Pro — Weight: 114 g (4.02 oz)Nitecore MT2C Pro — Length: 117.5 mm (4.63 in)Nitecore MT2C Pro — Retail price: US$54Nitecore MT2C Pro — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$39.95Cheapest
US$54Most expensive
Weight
117 g (4.13 oz)Heaviest
114 g (4.02 oz)Lightest
Length
75.2 mm (2.96 in)Shortest
117.5 mm (4.63 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
250 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
96 cdLowest candela
80000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
19.6 m (64 ft)Lowest
520 m (1706 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3360 minLongest runtime
1680 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 3.7V 1800mAh Li-ion rechargeable battery or 2 AA batteries (alkaline or NiMH)
18650 Li-ion rechargeable, or 2 x CR123A/RCR123
Charging type
Micro-USB charging
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Polycarbonate (body)
Aerospace-grade aluminum with HA III anodizing finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Camping▣Fishing▣Emergency Lighting▣General Outdoor Use▣Hands Free Lighting
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Tactical And High Performance Use▣Outdoor Adventures
Common praise
✓Dual Power Options Provide Versatility And Reliable Backup✓High Cri Leds Offer Good Color Rendering And Reduce Eye Strain✓Long Runtime Up To 56 Hours On Low✓Ip66 Rating Provides Good Water And Dust Resistance✓Compact Size With Magnetic Base And Hanging Loop For Versatile Placement✓Good Battery Charge Indication And Advanced Power Cut Off For Battery Preservation
✓Compact And Lightweight Design✓High Max Output Brightness (1800 Lumens) With Strong Throw (520 M)✓Durability Including Ip68 Waterproof Rating And 2 Meter Impact Resistance✓Simple And Easy Tail Switch Interface✓Includes Rechargeable Battery And USB C Charging Cable✓Good Thermal Regulation And Lvp
Common complaints
⚠Size And Weight Not Ideal For Backpacking⚠Charging Port Does Not Charge Aa Batteries If Installed⚠No Way To Disable Bright Green Charge Complete Indicator Light
⚠Only Two Brightness Modes Which Limits Versatility⚠Turns On In High Mode By Default, Not Low⚠Color Rendering And Tint Not Optimized (beam Focused On Throw)

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