Comparison Console
Nitecore TM9K TAC vs SureFire Fury IntelliBeam
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire Fury IntelliBeam stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 553% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Fury IntelliBeam stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Fury IntelliBeam stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Fury IntelliBeam stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 553% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Fury IntelliBeam stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 167% 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$173Cheapest
US$299Most expensive
Weight
218.5 g (7.71 oz)Heaviest
184 g (6.49 oz)Lightest
Length
125 mm (4.92 in)Shortest
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
9800 lmHighest output
1500 lmLowest output
Max candela
19800 cdLowest candela
34000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
280 m (919 ft)Lowest
369 m (1211 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3600 minLongest runtime
1350 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion
1x SF18650 rechargeable lithium-ion or 2x 123A lithium primary batteries
Charging type
USB-C, QC supported
USB port (no cradle needed)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy, HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Mil-Spec hard-anodized aluminum body, tempered window, O-ring seals
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical applicationsSearch and rescueEmergency lightingEveryday carry (EDC)
Everyday carrySituational awareness in variable lightingTactical use with automatic brightness adjustment
Common praise
Extremely bright maximum output: 9800 lumensDurable construction with military-grade anodized aluminumWaterproof to 2 meters submersionMultiple brightness modes and strobeTurboReady one-handed operationLong runtime especially at lower output levelsBuilt-in rechargeable battery with quick USB-C chargingLockout mode prevents accidental activation
Automatic output adjustment provides seamless lighting adapting to environmentHigh maximum output of 1,500 lumens with extended runtimeDurable construction with mil-spec anodized aluminum and waterproofingDual fuel capability offers battery flexibilityUSB charging port on rechargeable battery enables convenient charging
Common complaints
Relatively short impact resistance (1 meter) compared to some tactical modelsHeavy for EDC at over 200 gramsMaximum beam throw limited to about 280 meters
Relatively high retail priceOut of stock in some retailersOutput dependent on battery type, requiring SF18650 battery for full 1,500 lumens
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