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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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