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Nitecore MH10 V2 vs Nitecore NU31
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore NU31 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU31 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 118% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU31 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU31 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU31 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 118% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU31 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1125% 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$60Most expensive
US$39.95Cheapest
Weight
145 g (5.11 oz)Heaviest
95.5 g (3.37 oz)Lightest
Length
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
62.3 mm (2.45 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmHighest output
550 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
5800 cd
Beam distance
240 m (787 ft)Highest
145 m (476 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
720 minShortest runtime
8820 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x21700 rechargeable Li-ion
Built-in 1800mAh Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging port (5V
1A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP66
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum alloy
Aluminum alloy front housing with durable PC material body
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryOutdoor ActivitiesTactical Use
Outdoor ActivitiesCampingHikingNight TrekkingSkywatching
Common praise
Bright Output For Its SizeGood Runtime On Rechargeable BatteryDurable And Waterproof DesignConvenient USB C Charging
Lightweight And Compact At 95.5gVersatile Lighting Modes Including White, Red, And High Cri Auxiliary White LightLong Battery Runtime Up To 147 HoursGood Waterproof Rating (ip66) And 1 Meter Impact ResistanceUSB C Fast Charging With Short Recharge TimeSimple Dual Button Interface For Easy OperationReflective Headband For Safety
Common complaints
Limited Beam Throw Compared To Some Tactical FlashlightsSome Users Find Side Switch Less Intuitive
Charging Time Varies Between 1.5 To 3 Hours Depending On SourceSlight Green Tint On White LED ReportedCannot Replace Internal Rechargeable Battery
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