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Nitecore MH10 V2 vs SureFire XVL2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2598% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 700% 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$60Cheapest
US$1619Most expensive
Weight
145 g (5.11 oz)Heaviest
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
Length
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
820 cd
Beam distance
240 m (787 ft)Highest
54 m (177 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
720 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x21700 rechargeable Li-ion
1x CR123A lithium battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (66 feet, 2 hours)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum alloy
Aluminum, Mil-Spec Hard-Anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesTactical use
Handgun and carbine weapon mountingTactical use in low-light and infrared environments
Common praise
Bright output for its sizeGood runtime on rechargeable batteryDurable and waterproof designConvenient USB-C charging
Durable mil-spec aluminum constructionVersatile multi-spectrum lighting and laser optionsCompact size and lightweight designIPX8 waterproof ratingAmbidextrous switching for tactical use
Common complaints
Limited beam throw compared to some tactical flashlightsSome users find side switch less intuitive
High retail priceShort runtime on white light mode (1.5 hours)Non-rechargeable battery requirement (uses disposable CR123A)
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