Nitecore MH12 Pro vs Sofirn SC33 size comparison
The Sofirn SC33 is 7.4 mm (0.29 in) shorter than the Nitecore MH12 Pro, and 5.1 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs listed (battery unspecified)), so compare them with care.
The Sofirn SC33 is 7.4 mm (0.29 in) shorter than the Nitecore MH12 Pro, and 5.1 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs listed (battery unspecified)), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore MH12 Pro Check price ↗ | Sofirn SC33 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 138.4 mm (5.45 in) | 131 mm (5.16 in)−7.4 mm |
| Head / width | 26.9 mm (1.06 in) | 32 mm (1.26 in)+5.1 mm |
| Body | 25.9 mm (1.02 in) | — |
| Weight | 82 g listed (battery unspecified) | 110 g without battery |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 3,300 lm | 5,200 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | 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 | flashlightgo.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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MH12 Pro vs SC33: how they differ
Size and weight
The Sofirn SC33 is the shorter light: 131 mm (5.16 in) against 138.4 mm (5.45 in), a difference of 7.4 mm (5%). At its widest point the Nitecore MH12 Pro is 5.1 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MH12 Pro: 82 g listed (battery unspecified); Sofirn SC33: 110 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Sofirn SC33 is rated brighter: 5,200 lm maximum vs 3,300 lm for the Nitecore MH12 Pro, 58% 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 Nitecore MH12 Pro was $89.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Sofirn SC33 from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC33 cost $47.96 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 a slimmer profile (5.1 mm narrower). Choose the Sofirn SC33 if you want a shorter light (7.4 mm shorter) and more output (5,200 lm vs 3,300 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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MH12 Pro vs SC33 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore MH12 Pro or the Sofirn SC33?
The Sofirn SC33 is the shorter light: 131 mm (5.16 in) against 138.4 mm (5.45 in), a difference of 7.4 mm (5%). At its widest point the Nitecore MH12 Pro is 5.1 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MH12 Pro: 82 g listed (battery unspecified); Sofirn SC33: 110 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore MH12 Pro or the Sofirn SC33?
The Sofirn SC33 is rated brighter: 5,200 lm maximum vs 3,300 lm for the Nitecore MH12 Pro, 58% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore MH12 Pro or the Sofirn SC33?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore MH12 Pro was $89.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Sofirn SC33 from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC33 cost $47.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore MH12 Pro and Sofirn SC33 use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Nitecore MH12 Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $89.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Sofirn SC33: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price from $41.99 from flashlightgo.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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