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Nitecore MT10C vs Olight M1X Striker
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore MT10C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT10C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT10C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the shortest option for length.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the longest option for length.
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$40.75Most expensive
Weight
57 g (2.01 oz)Lightest
65 g (2.29 oz)Heaviest
Length
91.3 mm (3.59 in)Longest
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
920 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
9000 cdHighest candela
2350 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
190 m (623 ft)Highest
97 m (318 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
7200 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
1x CR123 or 1x IMR 18350 rechargeable Li-ion battery
CR123A / 16340 Lithium-ion
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum alloy, anodized
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy, hard-anodized Type III
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor activities requiring night vision preservation such as huntingSignaling in emergencies
Everyday carry (EDC)Self-defenseOutdoor activitiesCamping
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
Excellent build quality with aircraft-grade aluminumSimple and intuitive two-mode interfaceSmooth and well-balanced beam from TIR lensReliable mechanical tail switch with positive tactile feedbackConvenient reversible pocket clip for different carry methods
Common complaints
Battery and charger not includedRuntime on turbo mode limited to about 30 minutes
Limited runtime at highest outputNo strobe or SOS modesBattery sold separately (either CR123A disposable or 16340 rechargeable)
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