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Nitecore P12GTS vs Olight Warrior Mini 2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior Mini 2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior Mini 2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior Mini 2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior Mini 2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 332% 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$100Cheapest
US$108Most expensive
Weight
99 g (3.49 oz)Lightest
122 g (4.30 oz)Heaviest
Length
146 mm (5.75 in)Longest
118 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
1750 lmLowest output
Max candela
12760 cdHighest candela
12300 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
226 m (741 ft)Highest
220 m (722 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15000 minShortest runtime
64800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion (high drain recommended) or 2 x CR123A batteries
Customized 3500mAh 3.6V 18650 Rechargeable Battery
Charging type
Micro-USB charging via tailcap port
Magnetic USB (MCC3) charging cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8 (underwater 1 meter)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useSearch and rescueLaw enforcementHuntingOutdoor and long-range searching
EDC carryTactical useSearch and rescueUnderwater 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
Very bright output with balanced beamCompact size and comfortable gripLong runtime especially on low modesSmart proximity sensor to prevent overheatingMagnetic charging cable is convenientDurable with IPX8 waterproof and 1.5m impact resistance
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
Magnet does not hold securely at 90 degree mounting angle causing tippingLockout mode disables tactical tail switch which may be inconvenient
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