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Nitecore MH12 V2 vs Nitecore P12GTS

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 500% 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.

Nitecore MH12 V2 — Beam distance: 202 m (663 ft)Nitecore MH12 V2 — Max candela: 10200 cdNitecore MH12 V2 — Weight: 84.5 g (2.98 oz)Nitecore MH12 V2 — Length: 158 mm (6.22 in)Nitecore MH12 V2 — Retail price: US$79.95Nitecore MH12 V2 — Max lumens: 1200 lmNitecore P12GTS — Beam distance: 226 m (741 ft)Nitecore P12GTS — Max candela: 12760 cdNitecore P12GTS — Weight: 99 g (3.49 oz)Nitecore P12GTS — Length: 146 mm (5.75 in)Nitecore P12GTS — Retail price: US$100Nitecore P12GTS — Max lumens: 1800 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$79.95Cheapest
US$100Most expensive
Weight
84.5 g (2.98 oz)Lightest
99 g (3.49 oz)Heaviest
Length
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
146 mm (5.75 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
10200 cdLowest candela
12760 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
202 m (663 ft)Lowest
226 m (741 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90000 minLongest runtime
15000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700, 1x 18650, 2x CR123
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion (high drain recommended) or 2 x CR123A batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro-USB charging via tailcap port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
▣Every Day Carry (EDC)▣Tactical Use▣Professional Missions
▣Tactical Use▣Search And Rescue▣Law Enforcement▣Hunting▣Outdoor And Long Range Searching
Common praise
✓Good Build Quality✓Includes High Capacity 21700 Rechargeable Battery✓Long Runtime On Low Modes✓Dual Switch Interface For Tactical And Daily Modes✓Compact For A Tactical Beam Distance✓Multiple Brightness And Special Modes✓USB C Charging Port With Included Cable
✓High Maximum Output Of 1800 Lumens✓Long Maximum Runtime Up To 250 Hours On Lowest Mode✓Durable Aero Grade Aluminum Alloy Construction With Ipx8 Waterproof Rating✓Dual Mechanical Tail And Metal Side Switches Allowing Versatile Control✓Integrated Micro USB Charging Port With Waterproof Cover✓Stable Regulated Output With Advanced Temperature Regulation✓Power Indicator Shows Remaining Battery Voltage
Common complaints
⚠Long Length Makes Pocket Carry Less Convenient⚠Charge Port Slightly Off Center But Functional
⚠Charging Port Cover Not Very Tight, May Come Off Easily⚠Tailcap Threads Unanodized Preventing Mechanical Lockout⚠Pocket Clip Only For Bezel Down Carry And Protrudes Noticeably

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