Comparison Console
Nitecore MH40 Pro vs Streamlight ProTac 2.0 HP
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight ProTac 2.0 HP stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH40 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH40 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MH40 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 2.0 HP stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 2.0 HP stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH40 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 2.0 HP stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH40 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 2.0 HP stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH40 Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2380% 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$176.46Cheapest
US$219Most expensive
Weight
270 g (9.52 oz)Heaviest
234 g (8.25 oz)Lightest
Length
256 mm (10.08 in)Longest
155 mm (6.10 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3500 lmHighest output
2000 lmLowest output
Max candela
423000 cdHighest candela
85000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1300 m (4265 ft)Highest
583 m (1913 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3720 minLongest runtime
150 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 21700 Li-ion NBP100R (included)
Streamlight SL-B50 rechargeable lithium-ion USB rechargeable battery pack
Charging type
USB-C with built-in charging port
USB-C charging port integrated in light body
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IP67
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Aero grade aluminium alloy HA III military grade hard-anodised finish
6000 series machined aircraft aluminum with anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Law EnforcementSearch And RescuePatrollingCavingHunting
Tactical UseFirst RespondersSecurity UnitsOutdoor EnthusiastsClose Range OperationsRoom Clearing
Common praise
High Maximum Output Of 3500 LumensVery Long Beam Distance Up To 1300 MetersDurable Aero Grade Aluminum Construction With Military Grade Hard AnodizingIp68 Waterproof Rating With Submersibility Up To 2 MetersIncludes Rechargeable Battery Pack With Built In USB C ChargingMultiple Brightness And Special Modes With Tactical Controls
High Brightness Of 2000 Lumens With Excellent Beam Throw Of 85,000 CandelaCompact And Ergonomic Design With Durable Aircraft Aluminum BodyConvenient USB C Charging Without Battery RemovalMultiple Programmable Modes With Ten Tap SwitchGood Runtime Balance Between Brightness And Battery Life
Common complaints
No Explicit Complaints Found In The Provided Sources
Limited Beam Throw Compared To Specialized Long Range Weapon LightsNo Specific Diameter Dimensions ProvidedWeight May Be Heavier Than Some Compact Models
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