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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