Nitecore MH12 Pro vs Acebeam T36
Quick take: The Acebeam T36 costs $5 less; the Nitecore MH12 Pro is brighter (3,300 vs 2,000 lm); the Acebeam T36 throws farther (374m vs 323m); the Acebeam T36 runs longer on high (2.5 vs 2 hrs).
| Spec | Nitecore MH12 Pro | Acebeam T36 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $80 | $75 |
| Rating | 4.4★ (700) | 4.5★ (400) |
| Type | Tactical | Tactical |
| Lumens | 3,300 lm | 2,000 lm |
| Candela | 26,000 cd | 35,000 cd |
| Beam distance | 323m | 374m |
| Runtime | 2 hrs (high) | 2.5 hrs (high) |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| LED | Luminus SFT-40 | CREE XHP35 HI |
| Beam type | Balanced | Throw |
| Modes | 5 Stepped | 5 Stepped |
| UI | Simple | Dual Switch |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| CRI | 70 | 70 |
| Weight | 3.9 oz | 4.5 oz |
| Dimensions | 5.5 x 1.0 in | 5.8 x 1.1 in |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 5 Year |