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Nitecore MH12 V2 vs Olight Arkfeld UV
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 3% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. 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 MH12 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Olight Arkfeld UV stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Arkfeld UV stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Arkfeld UV 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.
Olight Arkfeld UV stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 78161% 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$79.99Most expensive
Weight
84.5 g (2.98 oz)Lightest
87 g (3.07 oz)Heaviest
Length
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
10200 cdHighest candela
1808 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
202 m (663 ft)Highest
85 m (279 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
90000 minLongest runtime
115 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700, 1x 18650, 2x CR123
Built-in rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
Proprietary magnetic charging cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Every Day Carry (EDC)Tactical useProfessional missions
EDCUV light utilityMultipurpose usePocket carryWaterproof 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
Compact and pocketable flat designHigh max output of 1000 lumensVersatile UV light functionFive brightness modes plus strobe and UVIPX7 waterproof ratingQuick 2-hour recharge timeLightweight at approximately 87 gramsGood build quality with anodized aluminum and anti-slip texturingUseful clip for secure pocket carry
Common complaints
Long length makes pocket carry less convenientCharge port slightly off-center but functional
Short runtime at max 1000 lumens (approx 4-110 minutes)Switching between UV and white light can be awkwardNo specified impact resistance rating
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