Comparison Console
Nitecore TM28 vs SureFire M340DFT Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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SureFire M340DFT Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 823% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M340DFT Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M340DFT Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 186% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M340DFT Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 823% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M340DFT Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 133100% 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$399.95Cheapest
US$419.99Most expensive
Weight
414.7 g (14.63 oz)Heaviest
145.2 g (5.12 oz)Lightest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
121.92 mm (4.80 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
6000 lmHighest output
650 lmLowest output
Max candela
107200 cdHighest candela
95000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
655 m (2149 ft)Highest
616 m (2021 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
59940 minLongest runtime
45 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4x 3100mAh IMR 18650 rechargeable Li-ion batteries
1 SF18350 rechargeable lithium-ion battery or 1 CR123A lithium primary battery
Charging type
AC adapter with intelligent charging circuit
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (submersible)
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace grade aluminium alloy with HAIII hard anodised finish
Mil-Spec hard-anodized aerospace-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueCampingPhotographyOutdoor useTactical applications
Long-range target identificationProfessional tactical useLaw enforcementMilitary applications
Common praise
Very bright output with high lumen countLong beam distance and intensityIntelligent charging and OLED status displayMultiple brightness and special modesDurable, waterproof design
High candela output for long rangeVersatile dual fuel power optionsDurable Mil-Spec hard-anodized aluminum constructionIPX7 waterproof ratingVersatile low-profile mount for rail compatibilityIntuitive and reliable switchingAmple spill light for situational awareness
Common complaints
Heavy weight for pocket carryRelatively large size
Relatively short maximum runtime at highest outputPremium price range
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