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Nitecore MT10C vs Nitecore NU27
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT10C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT10C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 111% 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$44.95Most expensive
Weight
57 g (2.01 oz)Heaviest
56 g (1.98 oz)Lightest
Length
91.3 mm (3.59 in)Longest
65.5 mm (2.58 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
920 lmHighest output
600 lmLowest output
Max candela
9000 cdHighest candela
3705 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
190 m (623 ft)Highest
123 m (404 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
7200 minLongest runtime
3420 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x CR123 or 1x IMR 18350 rechargeable Li-ion battery
Built-in 850mAh Li-ion
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP66
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy, anodized
Polycarbonate (PC)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor activities requiring night vision preservation such as huntingSignaling in emergencies
CampingHikingTrail runningNight runningOutdoor adventuresFoggy and rainy environmentsEDC (Everyday Carry)
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
Lightweight and comfortable at 56 gramsMultiple color temperatures for varied lighting needsGood beam distance of 123 metersLong maximum runtime of 57 hoursUSB-C onboard chargingDurable with IP66 rating and impact resistance 1 meterVersatile with clip for cap or backpack use
Common complaints
Battery and charger not includedRuntime on turbo mode limited to about 30 minutes
Lack of memory function—resets to lowest neutral light when powered offBeam has some flare-like artifacts not ideal for flood lighting
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