Comparison Console
Nitecore MH12 V2 vs Nitecore MT2A Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7400% 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$79.95Most expensive
US$49.95Cheapest
Weight
84.5 g (2.98 oz)Lightest
88 g (3.10 oz)Heaviest
Length
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
142.8 mm (5.62 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
10200 cdLowest candela
16500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
202 m (663 ft)Lowest
255 m (837 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90000 minLongest runtime
1200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700, 1x 18650, 2x CR123
1 x NL1416R rechargeable Li-ion battery (1600mAh), compatible with 2 x AA batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C (built into battery)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Every Day Carry (EDC)Tactical UseProfessional Missions
Everyday Carry (EDC)Outdoor ActivitiesEmergency Backup LightingTravelSelf Defense Tool
Common praise
Good Build QualityIncludes High Capacity 21700 Rechargeable BatteryLong Runtime On Low ModesDual Switch Interface For Tactical And Daily ModesCompact For A Tactical Beam DistanceMultiple Brightness And Special ModesUSB C Charging Port With Included Cable
High Brightness For Aa FlashlightDual Power Options (rechargeable Battery With USB C And Aa Compatibility)Lightweight And Compact DesignGood Build Quality And Ip68 Waterproof RatingSimple And Effective User Interface
Common complaints
Long Length Makes Pocket Carry Less ConvenientCharge Port Slightly Off Center But Functional
No Built In Charging In Flashlight Body (battery Charges Separately)No Electronic Lockout FeatureNo Mode Memory
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