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Nitecore MH12 V2 vs Streamlight Stylus Pro USB
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Stylus Pro USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Stylus Pro USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 380% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Stylus Pro USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stylus Pro USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stylus Pro USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 380% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stylus Pro USB 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 99900% 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$72.99Cheapest
Weight
84.5 g (2.98 oz)Heaviest
54 g (1.90 oz)Lightest
Length
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
156 mm (6.14 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmHighest output
250 lmLowest output
Max candela
10200 cdHighest candela
2950 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
202 m (663 ft)Highest
109 m (358 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
90000 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700, 1x 18650, 2x CR123
Lithium Ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB cord or optional AC wall adapter
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Machined aluminum alloy case with Type II MIL-Spec anodized finish, glass lens gasket sealed
Use case profile
Best for
Every Day Carry (EDC)Tactical useProfessional missions
Everyday carryWork useSituations requiring rechargeable compact pen light
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 size suitable for EDCRechargeable battery with USB charging convenienceDurable aluminum construction with anodized finishDual brightness modes with reliable runtime
Common complaints
Long length makes pocket carry less convenientCharge port slightly off-center but functional
Limited waterproof rating (IPX4)Relatively short max runtime on high mode (1.5 hours)USB port requires careful handling despite water resistance
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