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Nitecore MT2A Pro vs Nitecore MT2C Pro

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 40% 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.

Nitecore MT2A Pro — Beam distance: 255 m (837 ft)Nitecore MT2A Pro — Max candela: 16500 cdNitecore MT2A Pro — Weight: 88 g (3.10 oz)Nitecore MT2A Pro — Length: 142.8 mm (5.62 in)Nitecore MT2A Pro — Retail price: US$49.95Nitecore MT2A Pro — Max lumens: 1000 lmNitecore MT2C Pro — Beam distance: 520 m (1706 ft)Nitecore MT2C Pro — Max candela: 80000 cdNitecore MT2C Pro — Weight: 114 g (4.02 oz)Nitecore MT2C Pro — Length: 117.5 mm (4.63 in)Nitecore MT2C Pro — Retail price: US$54Nitecore MT2C Pro — Max lumens: 1800 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$49.95Cheapest
US$54Most expensive
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
114 g (4.02 oz)Heaviest
Length
142.8 mm (5.62 in)Longest
117.5 mm (4.63 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
16500 cdLowest candela
80000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
520 m (1706 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1200 minShortest runtime
1680 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x NL1416R rechargeable Li-ion battery (1600mAh), compatible with 2 x AA batteries
18650 Li-ion rechargeable, or 2 x CR123A/RCR123
Charging type
USB-C (built into battery)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aerospace-grade aluminum with HA III anodizing finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Outdoor Activities▣Emergency Backup Lighting▣Travel▣Self Defense Tool
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Tactical And High Performance Use▣Outdoor Adventures
Common praise
✓High Brightness For Aa Flashlight✓Dual Power Options (rechargeable Battery With USB C And Aa Compatibility)✓Lightweight And Compact Design✓Good Build Quality And Ip68 Waterproof Rating✓Simple And Effective User Interface
✓Compact And Lightweight Design✓High Max Output Brightness (1800 Lumens) With Strong Throw (520 M)✓Durability Including Ip68 Waterproof Rating And 2 Meter Impact Resistance✓Simple And Easy Tail Switch Interface✓Includes Rechargeable Battery And USB C Charging Cable✓Good Thermal Regulation And Lvp
Common complaints
⚠No Built In Charging In Flashlight Body (battery Charges Separately)⚠No Electronic Lockout Feature⚠No Mode Memory
⚠Only Two Brightness Modes Which Limits Versatility⚠Turns On In High Mode By Default, Not Low⚠Color Rendering And Tint Not Optimized (beam Focused On Throw)

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