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Nitecore LR30 vs Nitecore MH12 Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1510% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 948% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1510% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 948% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 51% 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
Unknown
US$89.95
Weight
60 g (2.12 oz)Lightest
82 g (2.89 oz)Heaviest
Length
92 mm (3.62 in)Shortest
138.5 mm (5.45 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
205 lmLowest output
3300 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
63500 cd
Beam distance
20 m (66 ft)Lowest
505 m (1657 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3720 minShortest runtime
39000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A batteries
1 × 21700 Li-ion
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX6
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Plastic (durable PC materials)
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
CampingOutdoor useWorkshop useGeneral EDC
EDCTactical useLong-throw lightingCampingWork
Common praise
Strong magnetic base useful for workshop or car bonnet attachmentGood white light output that preserves colors wellVersatile battery options (1x 18650 or 2x CR123)Multiple lighting modes including red light for preservation of night vision
High maximum output with long beam distanceCompact and lightweight designUSB-C rechargeable with battery level indicatorsDual-switch interface allowing flexible mode controlRobust build quality with IP68 waterproof ratingTactical and daily mode options
Common complaints
No rechargeable battery optionNot specified LED typeLimited beam distance at 20 metersNo SOS beacon mode on white light
Turbo mode runtime is very short with fast stepdownUnusually green tint with poor color rendering index, not suitable for color-critical tasks
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