Nitecore MH12 Pro vs SureFire EDCL2-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL2-T is 9.9 mm (0.39 in) longer than the Nitecore MH12 Pro, and 1.7 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with batteries vs listed (battery unspecified)), so compare them with care.
The SureFire EDCL2-T is 9.9 mm (0.39 in) longer than the Nitecore MH12 Pro, and 1.7 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with batteries vs listed (battery unspecified)), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore MH12 Pro Check price ↗ | SureFire EDCL2-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 138.4 mm (5.45 in) | 148.3 mm (5.84 in)+9.9 mm |
| Head / width | 26.9 mm (1.06 in) | 28.6 mm (1.13 in)+1.7 mm |
| Body | 25.9 mm (1.02 in) | — |
| Weight | 82 g listed (battery unspecified) | 116.2 g with batteries |
| Battery | 21700 | 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 3,300 lm | 1,200 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $239.00 at batteryjunction.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 | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed |
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MH12 Pro vs EDCL2-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is the shorter light: 138.4 mm (5.45 in) against 148.3 mm (5.84 in), a difference of 9.9 mm (7%). At its widest point the Nitecore MH12 Pro is 1.7 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 28.6 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MH12 Pro: 82 g listed (battery unspecified); SureFire EDCL2-T: 116.2 g with batteries), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the SureFire EDCL2-T, 175% more.
Battery
The Nitecore MH12 Pro runs on a removable 21700 battery; the SureFire EDCL2-T runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore MH12 Pro was $89.95 at nitecorestore.com and the SureFire EDCL2-T $239.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MH12 Pro cost $149.05 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 shorter light (9.9 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (1.7 mm narrower) and more output (3,300 lm vs 1,200 lm). On the specs we track, the Nitecore MH12 Pro is ahead or level everywhere; the SureFire EDCL2-T 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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MH12 Pro vs EDCL2-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore MH12 Pro or the SureFire EDCL2-T?
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is the shorter light: 138.4 mm (5.45 in) against 148.3 mm (5.84 in), a difference of 9.9 mm (7%). At its widest point the Nitecore MH12 Pro is 1.7 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 28.6 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MH12 Pro: 82 g listed (battery unspecified); SureFire EDCL2-T: 116.2 g with batteries), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore MH12 Pro or the SureFire EDCL2-T?
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the SureFire EDCL2-T, 175% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore MH12 Pro or the SureFire EDCL2-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore MH12 Pro was $89.95 at nitecorestore.com and the SureFire EDCL2-T $239.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MH12 Pro cost $149.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore MH12 Pro and SureFire EDCL2-T use the same battery?
The Nitecore MH12 Pro runs on a removable 21700 battery; the SureFire EDCL2-T runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
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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.
- SureFire EDCL2-T: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $239.00 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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