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Nitecore TM9K Pro vs Olight Warrior X 3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 296% 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 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior X 3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior X 3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior X 3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 296% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior X 3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 713% 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$195Cheapest
US$200Most expensive
Weight
227 g (8.01 oz)Lightest
255 g (8.99 oz)Heaviest
Length
133 mm (5.24 in)Shortest
149.5 mm (5.89 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
9900 lmHighest output
2500 lmLowest output
Max candela
65400 cdLowest candela
78000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
510 m (1673 ft)Lowest
560 m (1837 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3900 minLongest runtime
480 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 5000mAh 21700 lithium-ion
Customized 5000mAh 21700 Lithium-ion Battery
Charging type
USB-C fast charging with 18W QC
MCC3 USB Magnetic Charging Cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard anodized finish
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueLaw enforcementTactical applicationsEDCOutdoor adventures
HuntingLaw EnforcementSearch & RescueSelf-defenseOutdoorsNight Security/Patrol
Common praise
Very high brightness with good beam throwReliable build quality with tactical featuresFast USB-C chargingIntuitive dual-stage tail switch interfaceExcellent runtime on low modes
High maximum output of 2500 lumens with excellent beam throwDurable aerospace-grade aluminum construction with water and impact resistanceVersatile dual-stage tactical tail switch with programmable settingsComes with useful accessories including holster, rings, and charging cableLong runtime especially on lower brightness modes
Common complaints
Built-in non-replaceable batteryGets warm at highest setting after extended useSome users may find the size and weight bulky for EDC
Relatively large head diameter affects pocket carryBattery not replaceable with standard cells without sleeveSome users may prefer simpler interface
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