Comparison Console
Nitecore TM28 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 62% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Nitecore TM28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 757% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 166% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 757% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M640DFT Turbo 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 36227% 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$399.95Most expensive
US$399Cheapest
Weight
414.7 g (14.63 oz)Heaviest
156 g (5.50 oz)Lightest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
150 mm (5.91 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
6000 lmHighest output
700 lmLowest output
Max candela
107200 cdHighest candela
100000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
655 m (2149 ft)Highest
632 m (2073 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
59940 minLongest runtime
165 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4x 3100mAh IMR 18650 rechargeable Li-ion batteries
One SF18650 rechargeable or two CR123A lithium primary batteries
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
Aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueCampingPhotographyOutdoor useTactical applications
Long range target identificationWeapon mounting for military/law enforcement usePositive target identification at extreme distance
Common praise
Very bright output with high lumen countLong beam distance and intensityIntelligent charging and OLED status displayMultiple brightness and special modesDurable, waterproof design
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
Heavy weight for pocket carryRelatively large size
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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