Comparison Console
Nitecore P12GTS vs Streamlight ProTac 2L-X
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. Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 260% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 260% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 809% 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$85Cheapest
Weight
99 g (3.49 oz)Lightest
111 g (3.92 oz)Heaviest
Length
146 mm (5.75 in)Longest
130.6 mm (5.14 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
12760 cdHighest candela
6800 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
226 m (741 ft)Highest
165 m (541 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15000 minLongest runtime
1650 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion (high drain recommended) or 2 x CR123A batteries
CR123A lithium, 18650 lithium ion
Charging type
Micro-USB charging via tailcap port
USB (integrated USB charge port)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useSearch and rescueLaw enforcementHuntingOutdoor and long-range searching
Everyday carryTactical useProfessional use (Police, Fire, Emergency)
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
Good brightness for its sizeDual fuel versatilityDurable anodized aluminum bodyHigh water resistance (IPX7)Includes nylon holster and pocket clip
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
Weight varies depending on battery typeNo detailed switch type specifiedHead and body diameters not standardized across sources
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