Comparison Console
Nitecore MH12 Pro vs Wurkkos TS21
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos TS21 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS21 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS21 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos TS21 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 157% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS21 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS21 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS21 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5809% 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$89.95Most expensive
US$35Cheapest
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Heaviest
78 g (2.75 oz)Lightest
Length
138.5 mm (5.45 in)Longest
113.4 mm (4.46 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3300 lmLowest output
3500 lmHighest output
Max candela
63500 cdHighest candela
11900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
505 m (1657 ft)Highest
217 m (712 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
39000 minLongest runtime
660 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 × 21700 Li-ion
21700
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aluminum (6061 grade aerospace grade aluminum alloy, hard-anodized Type III)
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useLong-throw lightingCampingWork
Everyday carryHikingCampingEmergencyClose-to-mid range illuminationUsers who want advanced UI customization
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
High output brightness for sizeExcellent build quality for priceAdvanced Anduril firmware providing many modes and customizationConvenient USB-C charging with included batteryMagnetic tailcap and bi-directional pocket clip for versatile carry
Common complaints
Turbo mode runtime is very short with fast stepdownUnusually green tint with poor color rendering index, not suitable for color-critical tasks
Output stepdown can be quick and noticeableUser interface may be complex for beginnersBody anodization shininess may not appeal to allIncluded manual may be sparse or missing
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