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Nitecore MH12 V2 vs Nitecore P20i
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 32% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P20i 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 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 47% 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 P20i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3847% 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$116Most expensive
Weight
84.5 g (2.98 oz)Lightest
124 g (4.37 oz)Heaviest
Length
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
151 mm (5.94 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
10200 cdLowest candela
28500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
202 m (663 ft)Lowest
337 m (1106 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90000 minLongest runtime
2280 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700, 1x 18650, 2x CR123
Rechargeable 21700 Li-ion battery (Nitecore 21700 i-series NL2140i 4000mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (waterproof, submersible up to 2 meters)
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
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Every Day Carry (EDC)Tactical useProfessional missions
HuntingLaw EnforcementMilitaryProfessional inspection and detectionOutdoor activitiesEDC tactical use
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 suitable for tactical and outdoor useDual white and UV light for detection and inspectionRechargeable with USB-C and included 21700 batteryCompact yet robust build with aircraft-grade aluminumGood impact resistance and waterproof rating
Common complaints
Long length makes pocket carry less convenientCharge port slightly off-center but functional
Relatively heavy and large for pocket EDCHigher price point compared to basic modelsMight have complex modes for casual users
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