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Nitecore MT2A Pro vs Nitecore NU45
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 330% 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$49.95Cheapest
US$65Most expensive
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
126 g (4.44 oz)Heaviest
Length
142.8 mm (5.62 in)Longest
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1700 lmHighest output
Max candela
16500 cdHighest candela
7426 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Highest
172 m (564 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1200 minShortest runtime
5160 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x NL1416R rechargeable Li-ion battery (1600mAh), compatible with 2 x AA batteries
Built-in 4000mAh 18650 Li-ion Battery
Charging type
USB-C (built into battery)
USB-C Fast Charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
PC material with aluminum alloy front housing
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Outdoor ActivitiesEmergency Backup LightingTravelSelf Defense Tool
Night RunningOutdoor AdventuresCampingWorkHiking
Common praise
High Brightness For Aa FlashlightDual Power Options (rechargeable Battery With USB C And Aa Compatibility)Lightweight And Compact DesignGood Build Quality And Ip68 Waterproof RatingSimple And Effective User Interface
High Brightness With Multiple Lighting ModesLong Runtime On Low SettingsFast USB C ChargingLightweight And Comfortable To WearDurable With High Waterproof And Impact Resistance Ratings
Common complaints
No Built In Charging In Flashlight Body (battery Charges Separately)No Electronic Lockout FeatureNo Mode Memory
No Explicit Complaints In Provided Sources
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