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Nitecore MT10C vs Sofirn SC31 Pro
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 8% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT10C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 117% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 117% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5900% 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$46.99Most expensive
Weight
57 g (2.01 oz)Lightest
62 g (2.19 oz)Heaviest
Length
91.3 mm (3.59 in)Shortest
117.5 mm (4.63 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
920 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
9000 cdLowest candela
14600 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
190 m (623 ft)Lowest
242 m (794 ft)Highest
Max runtime
7200 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x CR123 or 1x IMR 18350 rechargeable Li-ion battery
18650 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy, anodized
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy with hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical UseOutdoor Activities Requiring Night Vision Preservation Such As HuntingSignaling In Emergencies
EDCBudget EnthusiastsCampingHome BackupOutdoor UseGeneral Purpose Handheld Use
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 Value For Money With Advanced Anduril ControlsStrong Maximum Output For The PriceRechargeable And Uses Replaceable 18650 BatteryCompact And Lightweight DesignUSB C Charging ConvenienceMagnetic Tail Cap For Hands Free Use
Common complaints
Battery And Charger Not IncludedRuntime On Turbo Mode Limited To About 30 Minutes
Output Steps Down From Max After Initial PeriodInterface Complexity Might Be Challenging For Beginners
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