Fenix LR36R vs Nitecore MH25 Pro size comparison
The Nitecore MH25 Pro is 6.7 mm (0.26 in) shorter than the Fenix LR36R, and 16.2 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore MH25 Pro is 6.7 mm (0.26 in) shorter than the Fenix LR36R, and 16.2 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix LR36R Check price ↗ | Nitecore MH25 Pro Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 160.7 mm (6.33 in) | 154 mm (6.06 in)−6.7 mm |
| Head / width | 56.2 mm (2.21 in) | 40 mm (1.57 in)−16.2 mm |
| Body | 55.1 mm (2.17 in) | — |
| Weight | 493 g with battery | 130 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 10,000 lm | 3,300 lm |
| Throw | 1260 m | 705 m |
| Type | Thrower / search | Thrower / search |
| Price | $359.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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LR36R vs MH25 Pro: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore MH25 Pro is the shorter light: 154 mm (6.06 in) against 160.7 mm (6.33 in), a difference of 6.7 mm (4%). At its widest point the Nitecore MH25 Pro is 16.2 mm slimmer (40 vs 56.2 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix LR36R: 493 g with battery; Nitecore MH25 Pro: 130 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix LR36R is rated brighter: 10,000 lm maximum vs 3,300 lm for the Nitecore MH25 Pro, 203% more. For beam distance the Fenix LR36R reaches further: 1260 m vs 705 m rated throw (79% more).
Battery
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LR36R was $359.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore MH25 Pro $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MH25 Pro cost $260.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are throwers / search lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix LR36R if you want more output (10,000 lm vs 3,300 lm) and longer throw (1260 m vs 705 m). Choose the Nitecore MH25 Pro if you want a shorter light (6.7 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (16.2 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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LR36R vs MH25 Pro FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix LR36R or the Nitecore MH25 Pro?
The Nitecore MH25 Pro is the shorter light: 154 mm (6.06 in) against 160.7 mm (6.33 in), a difference of 6.7 mm (4%). At its widest point the Nitecore MH25 Pro is 16.2 mm slimmer (40 vs 56.2 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix LR36R: 493 g with battery; Nitecore MH25 Pro: 130 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix LR36R or the Nitecore MH25 Pro?
The Fenix LR36R is rated brighter: 10,000 lm maximum vs 3,300 lm for the Nitecore MH25 Pro, 203% more. For beam distance the Fenix LR36R reaches further: 1260 m vs 705 m rated throw (79% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix LR36R or the Nitecore MH25 Pro?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LR36R was $359.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore MH25 Pro $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MH25 Pro cost $260.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix LR36R and Nitecore MH25 Pro use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix LR36R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $359.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore MH25 Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $99.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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