Comparison Console
Nitecore MT2C Pro vs Nitecore NU43
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 489% 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$54Cheapest
US$86.09Most expensive
Weight
114 g (4.02 oz)Lightest
116 g (4.09 oz)Heaviest
Length
117.5 mm (4.63 in)Longest
79.8 mm (3.14 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
1400 lmLowest output
Max candela
80000 cdHighest candela
3800 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
520 m (1706 ft)Highest
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1680 minShortest runtime
9900 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Li-ion rechargeable, or 2 x CR123A/RCR123
Built-in 18650 Li-ion battery (3400mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C (5V 2A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum with HA III anodizing finish
Stamped aluminum alloy front housing, special PC plastic rear housing
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Tactical And High Performance UseOutdoor Adventures
Trail RunningNight RunningTrekkingHikingCampingPatrolIndustrial MaintenanceEmergency LightingOutdoor Activities
Common praise
Compact And Lightweight DesignHigh Max Output Brightness (1800 Lumens) With Strong Throw (520 M)Durability Including Ip68 Waterproof Rating And 2 Meter Impact ResistanceSimple And Easy Tail Switch InterfaceIncludes Rechargeable Battery And USB C Charging CableGood Thermal Regulation And Lvp
Lightweight And Comfortable For Extended WearBright Max Output With Dual Beam Flood And SpotLong Runtime With High Capacity 18650 BatteryDurable Construction And Excellent WaterproofingConvenient USB C Charging And Fast Charge TimeIntelligent Light Sensor For Obstacle AvoidanceMultiple Brightness Levels And Modes Including Red Light And Beacon
Common complaints
Only Two Brightness Modes Which Limits VersatilityTurns On In High Mode By Default, Not LowColor Rendering And Tint Not Optimized (beam Focused On Throw)
Turbo Mode Limited To 30 SecondsHigh Sensitivity Of Light Sensor May Vary Depending On Environment
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