Comparison Console
Nitecore MH12 V2 vs ThruNite Lynx
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% 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. ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 158% 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.
ThruNite Lynx 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 22% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 158% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2074% 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$99.95Most expensive
Weight
84.5 g (2.98 oz)Lightest
108 g (3.81 oz)Heaviest
Length
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
144.5 mm (5.69 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
3100 lmHighest output
Max candela
10200 cdLowest candela
43489 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
202 m (663 ft)Lowest
417 m (1368 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90000 minLongest runtime
4140 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700, 1x 18650, 2x CR123
21700 lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with Type III hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
Every Day Carry (EDC)Tactical useProfessional missions
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesEDCLaw enforcementCampingDog walkingInspectionHunting
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 output up to 3100 lumens with long 417 meter beam throwBuilt-in USB-C charging with convenient metal twist portPowerbank function for charging other devicesDurable aerospace-grade aluminum constructionReliable dual tail switch interfaceIPX8 waterproof and 1.5 meter impact resistanceMultiple modes including Firefly moonlight and instant strobeBattery included with proprietary 5000mAh 21700 cell
Common complaints
Long length makes pocket carry less convenientCharge port slightly off-center but functional
Tailcap USB-C cover collar can be somewhat difficult to open especially with pocket clip installedInitial turbo mode steps down quickly due to thermal regulationA bit expensive at MSRP, though Amazon price is betterIndicator light functions not fully documented in manual
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