Comparison Console
Nitecore MH12 Pro vs Streamlight TLR-7 X
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 560% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 101% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 560% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 43233% 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$89.95Cheapest
US$180.5Most expensive
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Heaviest
68 g (2.40 oz)Lightest
Length
138.5 mm (5.45 in)Longest
65.5 mm (2.58 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3300 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
63500 cdHighest candela
5000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
505 m (1657 ft)Highest
140 m (459 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
39000 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 × 21700 Li-ion
CR123A Lithium battery / SL-B9 rechargeable Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
6000 Series aircraft aluminum with black anodized finish, Borofloat glass lens, impact- and chemical-resistant polymer switch housing
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical UseLong Throw LightingCampingWork
Subcompact Handgun Rail MountingPersonal DefenseLow Light VisibilityTactical Applications
Common praise
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
Compact And Lightweight DesignEasy Ambidextrous Operation With Paddle SwitchesReliable 500 Lumens Output With Balanced BeamUSB C Rechargeable Battery IncludedSecure Mounting With Integrated Rail ClampEffective Strobe Mode
Common complaints
Turbo Mode Runtime Is Very Short With Fast StepdownUnusually Green Tint With Poor Color Rendering Index, Not Suitable For Color Critical Tasks
Limited Beam Distance For Extended Range UseSafety Mode May Be Unintentionally ActivatedBeam Less Effective For Distant Target Identification
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