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Nitecore P12GTS vs Olight Arkfeld Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Arkfeld Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Arkfeld Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Arkfeld Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Arkfeld Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Arkfeld Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 44% 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$100Most expensive
US$89.99Cheapest
Weight
99 g (3.49 oz)Lightest
111 g (3.92 oz)Heaviest
Length
146 mm (5.75 in)Longest
120 mm (4.72 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
1300 lmLowest output
Max candela
12760 cdHighest candela
3223 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
226 m (741 ft)Highest
113 m (371 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15000 minLongest runtime
10440 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion (high drain recommended) or 2 x CR123A batteries
Integrated Lithium Polymer 1500mAh 3.7V
Charging type
Micro-USB charging via tailcap port
Olight MCC magnetic charger (USB-A input 5V 1A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy
Aluminum with stainless steel pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseSearch And RescueLaw EnforcementHuntingOutdoor And Long Range Searching
Everyday Carry (EDC)Versatile IlluminationUv Stain And Pet Urine DetectionPresentation And Pet Toy Laser Pointer UseNear Field And Indoor Use
Common praise
High Maximum Output Of 1800 LumensLong Maximum Runtime Up To 250 Hours On Lowest ModeDurable Aero Grade Aluminum Alloy Construction With Ipx8 Waterproof RatingDual Mechanical Tail And Metal Side Switches Allowing Versatile ControlIntegrated Micro USB Charging Port With Waterproof CoverStable Regulated Output With Advanced Temperature RegulationPower Indicator Shows Remaining Battery Voltage
Versatile 3 In 1 Functionality With White LED, Uv, And Green LaserBright 1300 Lumen White Light With Well Spaced Output ModesCompact Flat Rectangular Design Fits Comfortably In PocketRobust Build Quality With Aluminum Body And Ipx7 Waterproof RatingIntuitive Rotary Selector Switch For Seamless Mode ChangingLong Maximum Runtime Up To 174 Hours In Low ModeStrong Uv Output At 900mw For Professional Use
Common complaints
Charging Port Cover Not Very Tight, May Come Off EasilyTailcap Threads Unanodized Preventing Mechanical LockoutPocket Clip Only For Bezel Down Carry And Protrudes Noticeably
Battery Not User ReplaceableCharging Via Proprietary Mcc Magnetic Cable Instead Of USB CInitial Ui Firmware Had Turbo And Strobe Modes Swapped In Early BatchesTurbo And Moonlight Modes Memorized Which Can Override Last Used ModeNo Momentary Activation For Laser Or Uv ModesNot Ideal For Long Range Or Tactical Use Due To Floody Beam Profile
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