Comparison Console
Nitecore MT06MD vs Nitecore NU06 LE
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1100% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 114% 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$32Most expensive
US$26.95Cheapest
Weight
22 g (0.78 oz)Heaviest
15 g (0.53 oz)Lightest
Length
128 mm (5.04 in)Longest
29.5 mm (1.16 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
180 lmHighest output
15 lmLowest output
Max candela
860 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
58 m (190 ft)Lowest
200 m (656 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2100 minShortest runtime
4500 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 × AAA
Model specific rechargeable Li-ion battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
IP66
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy with HAIII hard anodising
Polycarbonate
Use case profile
Best for
Medical professionals for pupil inspection and injury diagnosisEMTsClose-up detailed tasksHousehold chores requiring flood light in close quarters
Outdoor activitiesLaw enforcement personnelAttachment to bags, helmets, MOLLE systems, hook-and-loop surfaces
Common praise
High color rendering index (CRI >90) for accurate color representationLightweight and compact form factorGood runtime of up to 35 hoursDurable aerospace grade aluminum alloy body with quality anodizingTurns on in low mode by default to avoid flashing patientsSuitable for alcohol sterilizationStable and consistent output with efficient circuitry
Versatile mounting with magnetic, hook-and-loop, MOLLE bracketsLong runtime for its sizeCompact and lightweight designEffective multi-color signaling with multiple modes
Common complaints
No mode memory, always starts in low modeThreads are thin which could affect durability long termNot rechargeable, requires AAA batteriesNot designed for tactical or high-impact use
Limited maximum brightness (15 lumens)Limited impact resistance (1 meter)
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