Comparison Console
Nitecore P35i vs SureFire M600DF Scout Light Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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SureFire M600DF Scout Light Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P35i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P35i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P35i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M600DF Scout Light Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M600DF Scout Light Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 103% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M600DF Scout Light Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M600DF Scout Light Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3900% 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$324Cheapest
US$349Most expensive
Weight
296.6 g (10.46 oz)Heaviest
146 g (5.15 oz)Lightest
Length
186.9 mm (7.36 in)Longest
141 mm (5.55 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
1500 lmLowest output
Max candela
678000 cdHighest candela
16000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1650 m (5413 ft)Highest
250 m (820 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3600 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Nitecore 21700i 5000mAh) compatible with CR123/RCR123
SF18650B rechargeable or two 123A lithium
Charging type
USB-C fast charging
Proprietary cradle charging for SF18650B battery (battery must be removed to charge)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m submersion)
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with military-grade hard-anodized finish
Mil-Spec hard-anodized aluminum with tempered glass window
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 close to long-range applicationsWeapon-mounted tactical useSituational awareness in low light environments
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
High-quality, rugged construction suitable for combat-like conditionsBright 1,500 lumen output with balanced beam profileDual fuel capability with included rechargeable SF18650B battery or two 123A lithium batteriesSecure and quick mounting with M75 thumbscrew mountEffective balance of reach and spill light for situational awarenessRelatively lightweight at 146 grams
Common complaints
LEP mode has a 30-second time constraint due to overheating protection
Requires removal of battery for charging via proprietary cradleBeam throw limited to approximately 250 meters, less than specialized throw-focused weapon lightsHigher cost compared to some budget weapon lights
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