Comparison Console
Nitecore MT2C Pro vs ThruNite TC15 V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC15 V3 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 most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 79% 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$54Most expensive
US$49.95Cheapest
Weight
114 g (4.02 oz)Heaviest
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
Length
117.5 mm (4.63 in)Shortest
122.5 mm (4.82 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmLowest output
2403 lmHighest output
Max candela
80000 cdHighest candela
12450 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
520 m (1706 ft)Highest
223 m (732 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1680 minShortest runtime
3000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Li-ion rechargeable, or 2 x CR123A/RCR123
18650
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum with HA III anodizing finish
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Tactical And High Performance UseOutdoor Adventures
Everyday CarryGeneral UseTactical Applications
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
High Maximum Brightness OutputCompact And Lightweight DesignBuilt In USB C ChargingGood Runtime On Multiple ModesIncluded Battery And AccessoriesRugged Anodized Aluminum Body
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)
Cool White LED Tint Is High Cct And May Appear Too Blue For Some UsersCannot Cycle From Moonlight Directly To Other ModesSlight Battery Rattle With Flat Top 18650 BatteriesBody Tube Reversible But Light Will Not Function In Reversed Orientation
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