Nitecore P12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Nitecore P12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Nitecore P12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Nitecore P12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Nitecore P12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 12900% 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.
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry▣Tactical Use▣Indoor And Most Outdoor Lighting
▣EDC Use▣Throwing Beam▣Military And Tactical Application
Common praise
✓Multiple Brightness Levels Including Red Light Options✓Solid Durability With Glass Breakers On Bezel✓Compact And Lightweight For Easy EDC
✓Solid Build Quality✓Nicely Spaced Modes✓Good Beam Throw For An Xm L Light✓Includes A Sturdy Clip And Holster✓Highly Focused Even Beam✓Programmable Memory Function
Common complaints
⚠Brightest White Mode Has Shorter Throw Distance Than Some Competitors⚠Rotating Collar Switch May Add Bulk
⚠Actual Output Lower Than Advertised On Single 18650⚠Side Switch Can Be Hard To Activate⚠Does Not Tailstand Without Modification⚠Pwm Is Noticeable On Some Modes⚠Clip Can Be Difficult To Install⚠Some Users Find The Dual Switch Inconvenient