Comparison Console
Nitecore MH12 V2 vs Wurkkos HD01 UV
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 10% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD01 UV stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2043% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos HD01 UV stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD01 UV stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD01 UV 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 2043% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD01 UV stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 42% 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$66Cheapest
Weight
84.5 g (2.98 oz)Lightest
94 g (3.32 oz)Heaviest
Length
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
111 mm (4.37 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lm
1200 lm
Max candela
10200 cdHighest candela
6175 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
202 m (663 ft)Highest
157 m (515 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
90000 minLongest runtime
4200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700, 1x 18650, 2x CR123
Built-in Lithium Polymer rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging port with cover
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP65
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aluminium with matte black anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Every Day Carry (EDC)Tactical useProfessional missions
EDCPresentations with laser pointerUsers needing multiple light modes including UV and RGB lightingHands-free use with magnetic tail
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
Good multiple lighting options including UV and RGBUSB-C built-in chargingCompact and lightweight designMagnetic tail for hands-free useSeparate controls for spotlight and side lights
Common complaints
Long length makes pocket carry less convenientCharge port slightly off-center but functional
Bezel machining and edges are sharpSlight gap around bezel on some unitsCan accidentally turn on in pocket without lockout engaged
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