Comparison Console
Nitecore MH12 V2 vs ThruNite TC15 V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 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 2900% 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$49.95Cheapest
Weight
84.5 g (2.98 oz)Heaviest
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
Length
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
122.5 mm (4.82 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
2403 lmHighest output
Max candela
10200 cdLowest candela
12450 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
202 m (663 ft)Lowest
223 m (732 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90000 minLongest runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700, 1x 18650, 2x CR123
18650
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
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
Everyday carryGeneral useTactical applications
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 brightness outputCompact and lightweight designBuilt-in USB-C chargingGood runtime on multiple modesIncluded battery and accessoriesRugged anodized aluminum body
Common complaints
Long length makes pocket carry less convenientCharge port slightly off-center but functional
Cool white LED tint is high CCT and may appear too blue for some usersCannot cycle from moonlight directly to other modesSlight battery rattle with flat top 18650 batteriesBody tube reversible but light will not function in reversed orientation
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