Fenix LD45R vs Nitecore MH25 Pro size comparison
The Nitecore MH25 Pro is 1.3 mm (0.05 in) shorter than the Fenix LD45R, and 4.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore MH25 Pro is 1.3 mm (0.05 in) shorter than the Fenix LD45R, and 4.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix LD45R Check price ↗ | Nitecore MH25 Pro Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 155.3 mm (6.11 in) | 154 mm (6.06 in)−1.3 mm |
| Head / width | 44.5 mm (1.75 in) | 40 mm (1.57 in)−4.5 mm |
| Body | 32 mm (1.26 in) | — |
| Weight | 302 g with battery | 130 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 2,800 lm | 3,300 lm |
| Throw | 480 m | 705 m |
| Type | Tactical | Thrower / search |
| Price | $159.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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LD45R vs MH25 Pro: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore MH25 Pro is the shorter light: 154 mm (6.06 in) against 155.3 mm (6.11 in), a difference of 1.3 mm (1%). At its widest point the Nitecore MH25 Pro is 4.5 mm slimmer (40 vs 44.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix LD45R: 302 g with battery; Nitecore MH25 Pro: 130 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore MH25 Pro is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 2,800 lm for the Fenix LD45R, 18% more. For beam distance the Nitecore MH25 Pro reaches further: 705 m vs 480 m rated throw (47% 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 Fenix LD45R was $159.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore MH25 Pro $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MH25 Pro cost $60.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
The Fenix LD45R is listed as tactical and the Nitecore MH25 Pro as thrower / search, so they suit different jobs.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore MH25 Pro if you want a slimmer profile (4.5 mm narrower), more output (3,300 lm vs 2,800 lm) and longer throw (705 m vs 480 m). On the specs we track, the Nitecore MH25 Pro is ahead or level everywhere; the Fenix LD45R 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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LD45R vs MH25 Pro FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix LD45R or the Nitecore MH25 Pro?
The Nitecore MH25 Pro is the shorter light: 154 mm (6.06 in) against 155.3 mm (6.11 in), a difference of 1.3 mm (1%). At its widest point the Nitecore MH25 Pro is 4.5 mm slimmer (40 vs 44.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix LD45R: 302 g with battery; Nitecore MH25 Pro: 130 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix LD45R or the Nitecore MH25 Pro?
The Nitecore MH25 Pro is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 2,800 lm for the Fenix LD45R, 18% more. For beam distance the Nitecore MH25 Pro reaches further: 705 m vs 480 m rated throw (47% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix LD45R or the Nitecore MH25 Pro?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LD45R was $159.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore MH25 Pro $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MH25 Pro cost $60.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix LD45R and Nitecore MH25 Pro use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix LD45R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $159.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore MH25 Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $99.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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