Nitecore MH12 Pro vs ThruNite TN12 V6 size comparison
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is 4.4 mm (0.17 in) shorter than the Nitecore MH12 Pro, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs listed (battery unspecified)), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is 4.4 mm (0.17 in) shorter than the Nitecore MH12 Pro, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs listed (battery unspecified)), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore MH12 Pro Check price ↗ | ThruNite TN12 V6 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 138.4 mm (5.45 in) | 134 mm (5.28 in)−4.4 mm |
| Head / width | 26.9 mm (1.06 in) | 27 mm (1.06 in)+0.1 mm |
| Body | 25.9 mm (1.02 in) | 24 mm (0.94 in)−1.9 mm |
| Weight | 82 g listed (battery unspecified) | 88 g listed (battery unspecified) |
| Battery | 21700 | 18650 |
| Max output | 3,300 lm | 1,950 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $39.99 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 |
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MH12 Pro vs TN12 V6: how they differ
Size and weight
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 138.4 mm (5.45 in), a difference of 4.4 mm (3%). At their widest points they are about the same (26.9 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MH12 Pro: 82 g listed (battery unspecified); ThruNite TN12 V6: 88 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 1,950 lm for the ThruNite TN12 V6, 69% more.
Battery
The Nitecore MH12 Pro runs on a removable 21700 battery; the ThruNite TN12 V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore MH12 Pro was $89.95 at nitecorestore.com and the ThruNite TN12 V6 $39.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TN12 V6 cost $49.96 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 more output (3,300 lm vs 1,950 lm). Choose the ThruNite TN12 V6 if you want a shorter light (4.4 mm shorter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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MH12 Pro vs TN12 V6 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore MH12 Pro or the ThruNite TN12 V6?
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 138.4 mm (5.45 in), a difference of 4.4 mm (3%). At their widest points they are about the same (26.9 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MH12 Pro: 82 g listed (battery unspecified); ThruNite TN12 V6: 88 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore MH12 Pro or the ThruNite TN12 V6?
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 1,950 lm for the ThruNite TN12 V6, 69% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore MH12 Pro or the ThruNite TN12 V6?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore MH12 Pro was $89.95 at nitecorestore.com and the ThruNite TN12 V6 $39.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TN12 V6 cost $49.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore MH12 Pro and ThruNite TN12 V6 use the same battery?
The Nitecore MH12 Pro runs on a removable 21700 battery; the ThruNite TN12 V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Nitecore MH12 Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Price $89.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite TN12 V6: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $39.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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