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Nitecore MH12 V2 vs Wurkkos FC12
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 1% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos FC12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 275% 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$40Cheapest
Weight
84.5 g (2.98 oz)Lightest
85 g (3.00 oz)Heaviest
Length
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
136.5 mm (5.37 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
10200 cdLowest candela
29833 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
202 m (663 ft)Lowest
345 m (1132 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90000 minLongest runtime
24000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700, 1x 18650, 2x CR123
1x 18650 Li-Ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
6061 aircraft grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Every Day Carry (EDC)Tactical UseProfessional Missions
EDCBackup FlashlightVehicle KitTactical 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 Output Of 2000 Lumens With Effective Beam ThrowDual Switch Interface With Tactical UsabilityUSB C Rechargeable With Included BatteryGood Build Quality With Aircraft Grade AluminumAdvanced Temperature Regulation Prevents Overheating
Common complaints
Long Length Makes Pocket Carry Less ConvenientCharge Port Slightly Off Center But Functional
Limited Durability Compared To Professional Duty LightsTail Switch Protrudes, Limiting Tail Stand CapabilityBody Lacks Knurling, Reducing Grip In Some Conditions
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