Nitecore MH15 vs ThruNite TC15 V3 size comparison
The ThruNite TC15 V3 is 5 mm (0.20 in) longer than the Nitecore MH15, and 3 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite TC15 V3 is 5 mm (0.20 in) longer than the Nitecore MH15, and 3 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore MH15 Check price ↗ | ThruNite TC15 V3 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 117 mm (4.61 in) | 122 mm (4.80 in)+5 mm |
| Head / width | 30 mm (1.18 in) | 27 mm (1.06 in)−3 mm |
| Body | 27 mm (1.06 in) | 23 mm (0.91 in)−4 mm |
| Weight | 140 g listed | 74 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | 18650 |
| Max output | 2,000 lm | 2,403 lm |
| Throw | 250 m | 223 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $59.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $59.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Retailer lists W 27 x H 23 mm |
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MH15 vs TC15 V3: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore MH15 is the shorter light: 117 mm (4.61 in) against 122 mm (4.80 in), a difference of 5 mm (4%). At its widest point the ThruNite TC15 V3 is 3 mm slimmer (27 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MH15: 140 g listed; ThruNite TC15 V3: 74 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The ThruNite TC15 V3 is rated brighter: 2,403 lm maximum vs 2,000 lm for the Nitecore MH15, 20% more. For beam distance the Nitecore MH15 reaches further: 250 m vs 223 m rated throw (12% more).
Battery
The Nitecore MH15 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the ThruNite TC15 V3 runs on a removable 18650 battery. Only the ThruNite TC15 V3 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore MH15 was $59.95 at batteryjunction.com and the ThruNite TC15 V3 $59.99 at batteryjunction.com. 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 MH15 if you want a shorter light (5 mm shorter), longer throw (250 m vs 223 m) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the ThruNite TC15 V3 if you want a slimmer profile (3 mm narrower), more output (2,403 lm vs 2,000 lm) and a removable cell you can swap. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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MH15 vs TC15 V3 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore MH15 or the ThruNite TC15 V3?
The Nitecore MH15 is the shorter light: 117 mm (4.61 in) against 122 mm (4.80 in), a difference of 5 mm (4%). At its widest point the ThruNite TC15 V3 is 3 mm slimmer (27 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MH15: 140 g listed; ThruNite TC15 V3: 74 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore MH15 or the ThruNite TC15 V3?
The ThruNite TC15 V3 is rated brighter: 2,403 lm maximum vs 2,000 lm for the Nitecore MH15, 20% more. For beam distance the Nitecore MH15 reaches further: 250 m vs 223 m rated throw (12% more).
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore MH15 or the ThruNite TC15 V3?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore MH15 was $59.95 at batteryjunction.com and the ThruNite TC15 V3 $59.99 at batteryjunction.com. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore MH15 and ThruNite TC15 V3 use the same battery?
The Nitecore MH15 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the ThruNite TC15 V3 runs on a removable 18650 battery. Only the ThruNite TC15 V3 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Nitecore MH15: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $59.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite TC15 V3: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $59.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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