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Nitecore MH12SE vs Nitecore MT10C
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore MT10C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT10C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH12SE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12SE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 173% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12SE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12SE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12SE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1150% 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$108.95Most expensive
US$39.95Cheapest
Weight
80 g (2.82 oz)Heaviest
57 g (2.01 oz)Lightest
Length
141 mm (5.55 in)Longest
91.3 mm (3.59 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
920 lmLowest output
Max candela
41000 cdHighest candela
9000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
405 m (1329 ft)Highest
190 m (623 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
90000 minLongest runtime
7200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 lithium-ion battery (included), compatible with 1x 18650 or 2x CR123/RCR123 batteries
1x CR123 or 1x IMR 18350 rechargeable Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aluminum alloy, anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryEmergenciesOutdoor activitiesMaintenance checksPatrolsLaw enforcement
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor activities requiring night vision preservation such as huntingSignaling in emergencies
Common praise
Compact size with excellent grip and handlingLong maximum beam throw (405 meters) with precise opticsDual user modes (Daily and Tactical) with versatile brightness levelsIntegrated USB-C charging with included 21700 batteryDurable anodized aluminum construction with good waterproofing
Compact and lightweightPowerful 920 lumen outputRed light mode preserves night vision and prevents insect attractionTactical tail switch for easy one-handed useRobust build quality with waterproof rating IPX8
Common complaints
Light can roll on flat surfaces due to lack of aggressive knurlingTail switch protrusion makes accidental activation possible if not locked out
Battery and charger not includedRuntime on turbo mode limited to about 30 minutes
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