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Nitecore MT10C vs Nitecore MT2A Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT10C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 500% 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$39.95Cheapest
US$49.95Most expensive
Weight
57 g (2.01 oz)Lightest
88 g (3.10 oz)Heaviest
Length
91.3 mm (3.59 in)Shortest
142.8 mm (5.62 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
920 lmLowest output
1000 lmHighest output
Max candela
9000 cdLowest candela
16500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
190 m (623 ft)Lowest
255 m (837 ft)Highest
Max runtime
7200 minLongest runtime
1200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x CR123 or 1x IMR 18350 rechargeable Li-ion battery
1 x NL1416R rechargeable Li-ion battery (1600mAh), compatible with 2 x AA batteries
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C (built into battery)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy, anodized
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor activities requiring night vision preservation such as huntingSignaling in emergencies
Everyday Carry (EDC)Outdoor activitiesEmergency backup lightingTravelSelf-defense tool
Common praise
Compact and lightweightPowerful 920 lumen outputRed light mode preserves night vision and prevents insect attractionTactical tail switch for easy one-handed useRobust build quality with waterproof rating IPX8
High brightness for AA flashlightDual power options (rechargeable battery with USB-C and AA compatibility)Lightweight and compact designGood build quality and IP68 waterproof ratingSimple and effective user interface
Common complaints
Battery and charger not includedRuntime on turbo mode limited to about 30 minutes
No built-in charging in flashlight body (battery charges separately)No electronic lockout featureNo mode memory
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