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Nitecore TM9K TAC vs Wuben A21
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben A21 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 133% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1900% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben A21 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A21 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 133% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A21 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1900% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A21 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 8% 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$173
Unknown
Weight
218.5 g (7.71 oz)Heaviest
217 g (7.65 oz)Lightest
Length
125 mm (4.92 in)Shortest
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
9800 lmHighest output
4200 lmLowest output
Max candela
19800 cdHighest candela
12854 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
280 m (919 ft)Highest
222 m (728 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3600 minLongest runtime
180 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion
1x 21700 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C, QC supported
USB-C (up to 2A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy, HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aluminum body, stainless steel bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical applicationsSearch and rescueEmergency lightingEveryday carry (EDC)
EDC useHigh output flood lightingDurability
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
High quality build and materialsImpressive output close to rated 4200 lumensHigh beam intensity and wide flood beamDurable stainless steel bezelConvenient USB-C charging with included batteryGood mode memory and lock-out features
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
Tailcap difficult to unscrewParasitic drain causing slow battery dischargeSound of metal parts during high heat runtimeLong battery does not fit most chargers
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