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Nitecore TM39 vs Nitecore TM9K Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM39 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 156% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM39 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 500% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM39 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM39 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 81% 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$499.95Most expensive
US$195Cheapest
Weight
1361 g (48.01 oz)Heaviest
227 g (8.01 oz)Lightest
Length
276 mm (10.87 in)Longest
133 mm (5.24 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5200 lmLowest output
9900 lmHighest output
Max candela
562500 cdHighest candela
65400 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1500 m (4921 ft)Highest
510 m (1673 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2160 minShortest runtime
3900 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
NBP68 HD rechargeable battery pack (98Wh, 3400mAh x8, 3.7V)
Built-in 5000mAh 21700 lithium-ion
Charging type
Built-in charging port via AC adapter (3.5mm)
USB-C fast charging with 18W QC
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (up to 2m submersible)
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aviation grade aluminum alloy with Military grade HA III hard anodized finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Search And RescueHuntingExplorationLong Range Illumination
Search And RescueLaw EnforcementTactical ApplicationsEDCOutdoor Adventures
Common praise
Extremely Powerful Beam With Impressive Long ThrowDurable Build With Waterproof And Impact ResistanceUser Friendly Double Button Interface With Oled DisplayLong Runtime On Lower Modes With Included Large Battery Pack
Very High Brightness With Good Beam ThrowReliable Build Quality With Tactical FeaturesFast USB C ChargingIntuitive Dual Stage Tail Switch InterfaceExcellent Runtime On Low Modes
Common complaints
Large Size And Weight Limits Portability For Everyday CarryHigher Brightness Modes Have Shorter RuntimePremium Price Point
Built In Non Replaceable BatteryGets Warm At Highest Setting After Extended UseSome Users May Find The Size And Weight Bulky For EDC
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