Comparison Console
Nitecore MH12 V2 vs Nitecore P12GTS
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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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
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 most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% 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.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
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.
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 useProfessional missions
Tactical useSearch and rescueLaw enforcementHuntingOutdoor and long-range searching
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 maximum output of 1800 lumensLong maximum runtime up to 250 hours on lowest modeDurable aero grade aluminum alloy construction with IPX8 waterproof ratingDual mechanical tail and metal side switches allowing versatile controlIntegrated micro-USB charging port with waterproof coverStable regulated output with advanced temperature regulationPower indicator shows remaining battery voltage
Common complaints
Long length makes pocket carry less convenientCharge port slightly off-center but functional
Charging port cover not very tight, may come off easilyTailcap threads unanodized preventing mechanical lockoutPocket clip only for bezel-down carry and protrudes noticeably
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