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Nitecore MT10C vs ThruNite Saber 2A
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT10C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 58% 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$39.95Most expensive
US$25.95Cheapest
Weight
57 g (2.01 oz)Heaviest
56.2 g (1.98 oz)Lightest
Length
91.3 mm (3.59 in)Shortest
96.5 mm (3.80 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
920 lmHighest output
659 lmLowest output
Max candela
9000 cdHighest candela
7555 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
190 m (623 ft)Highest
142 m (466 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
7200 minShortest runtime
11400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x CR123 or 1x IMR 18350 rechargeable Li-ion battery
1x AA alkaline or rechargeable NiMH, or 1x 14500 lithium-ion (included)
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C charging via included 14500 battery
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum alloy, anodized
Aluminum body with PMMA TIR optic lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor activities requiring night vision preservation such as huntingSignaling in emergencies
EDCEveryday carryLaw enforcementSecurityEmergency useMedical servicesCampingDuty light
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
Compact and lightweight for pocket carryHigh output and good beam throwAbility to run on both AA and 14500 batteriesUSB-C charging included with the batterySimple and intuitive two-mode UIDurable IPX8 waterproof design
Common complaints
Battery and charger not includedRuntime on turbo mode limited to about 30 minutes
Tail switch is firm and may be hard for some to pressLow mode is relatively bright and not very low
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