Comparison Console
Nitecore MT06MD vs Nitecore TIKI UV
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1650% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 110% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1650% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 133% 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$25Cheapest
Weight
22 g (0.78 oz)Heaviest
10.5 g (0.37 oz)Lightest
Length
128 mm (5.04 in)Longest
55 mm (2.17 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
180 lm
Unknown
Max candela
860 cdHighest candela
36 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
58 m (190 ft)Highest
12 m (39 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2100 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 × AAA
Built-in Li-ion battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C built-in charging circuit
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
Body: PC (V0) plastics; Head: aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Medical professionals for pupil inspection and injury diagnosisEMTsClose-up detailed tasksHousehold chores requiring flood light in close quarters
Everyday carryUV detection for currency, documents, forensic, gemologyShort-range illumination for reading and campingUse as keychain lightApplications requiring UV light and high CRI white light
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
Compact and lightweight designStrong UV output for various detection tasksDurable and IP66 rated for dust and water resistanceBuilt-in rechargeable battery with fast chargingSimple single-button interface 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 impact resistance (1 meter)Lower maximum runtime on UV mode (up to 2 hours)Beam distance limited to ~12 meters
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