Emisar D1K vs Nitecore MH15 size comparison
The Nitecore MH15 is 3 mm (0.12 in) longer than the Emisar D1K, and 5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore MH15 is 3 mm (0.12 in) longer than the Emisar D1K, and 5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Emisar D1K Check price ↗ | Nitecore MH15 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 114 mm (4.49 in) | 117 mm (4.61 in)+3 mm |
| Head / width | 35 mm (1.38 in) | 30 mm (1.18 in)−5 mm |
| Body | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 27 mm (1.06 in)+0.5 mm |
| Weight | 89 g without battery | 140 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | Built-in |
| Max output | 1,200 lm | 2,000 lm |
| Throw | — | 250 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $39.95 at intl-outdoor.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $59.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | intl-outdoor.com sourced Pocket thrower; lumens for SFT-25 | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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D1K vs MH15: how they differ
Size and weight
The Emisar D1K is the shorter light: 114 mm (4.49 in) against 117 mm (4.61 in), a difference of 3 mm (3%). At its widest point the Nitecore MH15 is 5 mm slimmer (30 vs 35 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Emisar D1K: 89 g without battery; Nitecore MH15: 140 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore MH15 is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Emisar D1K, 67% more.
Battery
The Emisar D1K runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore MH15 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Emisar D1K lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Emisar D1K was $39.95 at intl-outdoor.com and the Nitecore MH15 $59.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Emisar D1K cost $20.00 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 Emisar D1K if you want a shorter light (3 mm shorter) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore MH15 if you want a slimmer profile (5 mm narrower), more output (2,000 lm vs 1,200 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Emisar D1K Check price ↗ Nitecore MH15
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D1K vs MH15 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Emisar D1K or the Nitecore MH15?
The Emisar D1K is the shorter light: 114 mm (4.49 in) against 117 mm (4.61 in), a difference of 3 mm (3%). At its widest point the Nitecore MH15 is 5 mm slimmer (30 vs 35 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Emisar D1K: 89 g without battery; Nitecore MH15: 140 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Emisar D1K or the Nitecore MH15?
The Nitecore MH15 is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Emisar D1K, 67% more.
Which is cheaper, the Emisar D1K or the Nitecore MH15?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Emisar D1K was $39.95 at intl-outdoor.com and the Nitecore MH15 $59.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Emisar D1K cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Emisar D1K and Nitecore MH15 use the same battery?
The Emisar D1K runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore MH15 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Emisar D1K lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Emisar D1K: specs from Emisar product page (manufacturer). Price $39.95 from intl-outdoor.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- 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.
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