Comparison Console
Nitecore P35i vs Nitecore TM9K TAC
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 227% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 227% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 50% 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$324Most expensive
US$173Cheapest
Weight
296.6 g (10.46 oz)Heaviest
218.5 g (7.71 oz)Lightest
Length
186.9 mm (7.36 in)Longest
125 mm (4.92 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmLowest output
9800 lmHighest output
Max candela
678000 cdHighest candela
19800 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1650 m (5413 ft)Highest
280 m (919 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3600 min
3600 min
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Nitecore 21700i 5000mAh) compatible with CR123/RCR123
21700 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
USB-C fast charging
USB-C, QC supported
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m submersion)
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with military-grade hard-anodized finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy, HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Search & Rescue (extreme long-range visibility)Hunting (precision LEP spotlight)Tactical & Law Enforcement (strobe, OLED display, remote switch compatibility)Industrial & Emergency Use (bright floodlight)Outdoor & Survival (rugged and long runtime)
Tactical applicationsSearch and rescueEmergency lightingEveryday carry (EDC)
Common praise
Exceptional long-range beam distance (1650 meters)High output brightness (3000 lumens)Versatile lighting modes (Spot, Flood, Mix)OLED display providing real-time infoDurable construction with IP68 ratingLong runtime up to 60 hours on low modeUSB-C fast charging convenience
Extremely bright maximum output: 9800 lumensDurable construction with military-grade anodized aluminumWaterproof to 2 meters submersionMultiple brightness modes and strobeTurboReady one-handed operationLong runtime especially at lower output levelsBuilt-in rechargeable battery with quick USB-C chargingLockout mode prevents accidental activation
Common complaints
LEP mode has a 30-second time constraint due to overheating protection
Relatively short impact resistance (1 meter) compared to some tactical modelsHeavy for EDC at over 200 gramsMaximum beam throw limited to about 280 meters
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