Fenix PD35R ACE vs Nitecore MH12 Pro size comparison
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is 2.1 mm (0.08 in) shorter than the Fenix PD35R ACE, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is 2.1 mm (0.08 in) shorter than the Fenix PD35R ACE, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix PD35R ACE Check price ↗ | Nitecore MH12 Pro Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 140.5 mm (5.53 in) | 138.4 mm (5.45 in)−2.1 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 26.9 mm (1.06 in)+0.4 mm |
| Body | 23.6 mm (0.93 in) | 25.9 mm (1.02 in)+2.3 mm |
| Weight | 145 g with battery | 82 g listed (battery unspecified) |
| Battery | CR123A | 21700 |
| Max output | 2,000 lm | 3,300 lm |
| Throw | 380 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $85.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.45" x W-1.02" x H-1.06" (head 1.06", body 1.02"), 2.89 oz; converted |
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PD35R ACE vs MH12 Pro: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is the shorter light: 138.4 mm (5.45 in) against 140.5 mm (5.53 in), a difference of 2.1 mm (1%). At their widest points they are about the same (26.5 vs 26.9 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD35R ACE: 145 g with battery; Nitecore MH12 Pro: 82 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 2,000 lm for the Fenix PD35R ACE, 65% more.
Battery
The Fenix PD35R ACE runs on a removable CR123A battery; the Nitecore MH12 Pro runs on a removable 21700 battery. For scale, a CR123A cell is about 17 × 34.5 mm and a 21700 about 21 × 70 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD35R ACE was $85.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore MH12 Pro $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Fenix PD35R ACE cost $4.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore MH12 Pro if you want more output (3,300 lm vs 2,000 lm). On the specs we track, the Nitecore MH12 Pro is ahead or level everywhere; the Fenix PD35R ACE makes sense mainly if its price, interface or a feature we don't track suits you better. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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PD35R ACE vs MH12 Pro FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD35R ACE or the Nitecore MH12 Pro?
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is the shorter light: 138.4 mm (5.45 in) against 140.5 mm (5.53 in), a difference of 2.1 mm (1%). At their widest points they are about the same (26.5 vs 26.9 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD35R ACE: 145 g with battery; Nitecore MH12 Pro: 82 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD35R ACE or the Nitecore MH12 Pro?
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 2,000 lm for the Fenix PD35R ACE, 65% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD35R ACE or the Nitecore MH12 Pro?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD35R ACE was $85.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore MH12 Pro $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Fenix PD35R ACE cost $4.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD35R ACE and Nitecore MH12 Pro use the same battery?
The Fenix PD35R ACE runs on a removable CR123A battery; the Nitecore MH12 Pro runs on a removable 21700 battery. For scale, a CR123A cell is about 17 × 34.5 mm and a 21700 about 21 × 70 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Fenix PD35R ACE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $85.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore MH12 Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Price $89.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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