Comparison Console
Nitecore P12 vs SureFire Stiletto Pro II
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire Stiletto Pro II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Stiletto Pro II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Stiletto Pro II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 320% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Stiletto Pro II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Stiletto Pro II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Stiletto Pro II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2250% 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$95Cheapest
US$399Most expensive
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
140 g (4.94 oz)Lightest
Length
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
124 mm (4.88 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1300 lmLowest output
1500 lmHighest output
Max candela
6400 cdLowest candela
35000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
160 m (525 ft)Lowest
375 m (1230 ft)Highest
Max runtime
60 minShortest runtime
1410 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
16340 Li-ion / CR123A
Integrated lithium polymer rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Unknown
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum alloy
Mil-Spec hard anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical UseIndoor And Most Outdoor Lighting
EDC (everyday Carry)Tactical UseLong Distance IlluminationSituational Awareness In Low Light
Common praise
Multiple Brightness Levels Including Red Light OptionsSolid Durability With Glass Breakers On BezelCompact And Lightweight For Easy EDC
Powerful 1500 Lumen Output With Impressive 35,000 Candela ThrowCompact, Slim Design For Easy Pocket CarryMultiple Brightness Modes With Programmable SequenceDurable Mil Spec Hard Anodized Aluminum ConstructionWater Resistant To Ipx7 StandardIntegrated Rechargeable Lithium Polymer Battery With USB C Charging And Fuel Gauge
Common complaints
Brightest White Mode Has Shorter Throw Distance Than Some CompetitorsRotating Collar Switch May Add Bulk
Relatively High Price Point Compared To Some CompetitorsRuntime On Highest Setting Limited To 1 HourNo Explicit Impact Resistance Rating Available In Sources
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