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Nitecore MT10C vs Olight i5R EOS
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 5% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT10C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 163% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT10C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 224% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 163% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 224% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 4% 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$39.95
US$39.95
Weight
57 g (2.01 oz)Lightest
60 g (2.12 oz)Heaviest
Length
91.3 mm (3.59 in)Shortest
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
920 lmHighest output
350 lmLowest output
Max candela
9000 cdHighest candela
1247 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
190 m (623 ft)Highest
70.6 m (232 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
7200 minLongest runtime
2220 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x CR123 or 1x IMR 18350 rechargeable Li-ion battery
Custom 2.4V rechargeable lithium-ion cell (called "14500" but non-standard)
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum alloy, anodized
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor activities requiring night vision preservation such as huntingSignaling in emergencies
EDCUsers wanting a dual-chemistry cell flashlightThose appreciating unique plum color
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
Unique plum color with attractive finishCompact size for everyday carrySolid light performance up to 350 lumensIncludes custom rechargeable 2.4V lithium-ion cell and USB-C charging
Common complaints
Battery and charger not includedRuntime on turbo mode limited to about 30 minutes
Included specialized 2.4V cell not compatible with standard 14500 chargers or batteriesSpring edge can snag battery when screwing on tailcap without modification
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