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Nitecore P35i vs SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P35i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P35i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 329% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P35i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 329% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2082% 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$399Most expensive
Weight
296.6 g (10.46 oz)Heaviest
156 g (5.50 oz)Lightest
Length
186.9 mm (7.36 in)Longest
150 mm (5.91 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
700 lmLowest output
Max candela
678000 cdHighest candela
100000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1650 m (5413 ft)Highest
632 m (2073 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3600 minLongest runtime
165 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Nitecore 21700i 5000mAh) compatible with CR123/RCR123
One SF18650 rechargeable or two CR123A lithium primary batteries
Charging type
USB-C fast charging
Unknown
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
Aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard anodized
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)
Long range target identificationWeapon mounting for military/law enforcement usePositive target identification at extreme distance
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
Outstanding beam intensity for long range identification (100,000 candela)Long runtime for its class (2.5-2.75 hours)Dual fuel capability offers flexibility between rechargeable battery and primary lithiumRugged aerospace aluminum construction with IPX7 waterproof ratingCompatible with multiple mounting systems and remote switches
Common complaints
LEP mode has a 30-second time constraint due to overheating protection
Premium price pointLower lumen output compared to some flood lightsRechargeable battery sold only as SureFire formatDesigned primarily for long throw rather than wide area illuminationHeavier than compact Scout Light variants
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