Comparison Console
Nitecore SRT7i vs Nitecore TM12K
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM12K stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM12K stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM12K stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM12K stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM12K stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 300% 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$129.95Cheapest
US$180Most expensive
Weight
175 g (6.17 oz)Lightest
233 g (8.22 oz)Heaviest
Length
163 mm (6.42 in)Longest
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmLowest output
12000 lmHighest output
Max candela
87500 cdHighest candela
18000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
580 m (1903 ft)Highest
268 m (879 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
48000 minLongest runtime
12000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Nitecore 21700i Li-ion battery (NL2150HPi 5000mAh)
Built-in rechargeable 21700 Li-ion battery 4800mAh
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C with QC 3.0 and QC 2.0 support
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP54
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with HA III hard-anodized black matte finish, stainless steel bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Law enforcementTactical operationsHuntingSearchHigh-risk patrols
Tactical & Law EnforcementUtility & Infrastructure WorkPreparedness & Emergency Kits
Common praise
High maximum brightness of 3000 lumensLong beam throw of 580 metersGood battery capacity with included 21700 5000mAh rechargeable batterySmart selector ring enables easy one-handed controlDurable build with IP68 waterproofing and 2m impact resistanceFast USB-C charging portMultiple user-friendly modes including strobe and turboEffective tail stand capability for safety
Very high output brightness and beam distance for sizeCompact and lightweight designDurable aerospace-grade aluminum body with hard anodized finishFast USB-C charging with QC supportCustomizable high mode and OLED real-time display
Common complaints
Relatively heavy with battery at 175 gramsNo CR123A batteries included with adapter sold separatelySome users may find the size large for EDC
Turbo mode limited to 6-7 seconds to prevent overheatingBeam distance is moderate for the lumen output due to flood-style beamBattery built-in, not user-replaceable
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