Comparison Console
Nitecore MH25 Pro vs ThruNite Catapult Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore MH25 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH25 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH25 Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH25 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 137% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH25 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH25 Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 491% 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$99.95Most expensive
US$90Cheapest
Weight
130 g (4.59 oz)Lightest
308 g (10.86 oz)Heaviest
Length
153.6 mm (6.05 in)Longest
150.5 mm (5.93 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3300 lmHighest output
2713 lmLowest output
Max candela
124300 cdLowest candela
252000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
705 m (2313 ft)Lowest
1005 m (3297 ft)Highest
Max runtime
39000 minLongest runtime
6600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Nitecore NL2153HP 5300mAh included)
1x 26650 Li-ion rechargeable battery (5000mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aerospace-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useOutdoorsSearch & rescueLaw enforcement
Long range throwOutdoor activities needing powerful beamGeneral purpose use where reach is important
Common praise
High maximum brightness of 3300 lumensLong beam distance up to 705 metersDurable IP68 rated waterproof and impact-resistant designVersatile modes including tactical and daily modeUSB-C charging convenience with included high-capacity battery
Excellent build quality with aerospace-grade aluminumHigh maximum output and long throw distanceSmooth ramping interface for customizable brightnessGood runtime performanceComprehensive accessory kit includedReliable electronic lockout featureUSB-C fast charging capability
Common complaints
Turbo mode runtime is relatively short (30 minutes)Heavy without battery installedComplex mode selection may require learning curve
Larger size limits pocket EDC carryRamping speed slightly slow for some usersElectronic lockout adds UI complexityLight steps down output sharply on low voltage protection
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