Nitecore MT1A Pro vs Nitecore MT2A Pro size comparison
The Nitecore MT2A Pro is 50 mm (1.97 in) longer than the Nitecore MT1A Pro, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore MT2A Pro is 50 mm (1.97 in) longer than the Nitecore MT1A Pro, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore MT1A Pro Check price ↗ | Nitecore MT2A Pro Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 93 mm (3.66 in) | 143 mm (5.63 in)+50 mm |
| Head / width | 19.8 mm (0.78 in) | 20 mm (0.79 in)+0.2 mm |
| Body | 17.3 mm (0.68 in) | 17 mm (0.67 in)−0.3 mm |
| Tail | 19.6 mm (0.77 in) | — |
| Weight | 52 g with battery | 98 g listed |
| Battery | 14500 / AA | 2x AA / NL1416R |
| Max output | 800 lm | 1,000 lm |
| Throw | — | 255 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $41.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $44.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed 3.66" / head 0.78" / tube 0.68" / tail 0.77", 1.83 oz; converted | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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MT1A Pro vs MT2A Pro: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore MT1A Pro is the shorter light: 93 mm (3.66 in) against 143 mm (5.63 in), a difference of 50 mm (35%). At their widest points they are about the same (19.8 vs 20 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MT1A Pro: 52 g with battery; Nitecore MT2A Pro: 98 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore MT2A Pro is rated brighter: 1,000 lm maximum vs 800 lm for the Nitecore MT1A Pro, 25% more.
Battery
The Nitecore MT1A Pro runs on removable 14500 / AA batteries; the Nitecore MT2A Pro runs on removable 2x AA / NL1416R batteries. For scale, a 14500 cell is about 14 × 50 mm and a AA about 14.5 × 50.5 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore MT1A Pro was $41.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Nitecore MT2A Pro $44.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MT1A Pro cost $3.00 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 Nitecore MT1A Pro if you want a shorter light (50 mm shorter). Choose the Nitecore MT2A Pro if you want more output (1,000 lm vs 800 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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MT1A Pro vs MT2A Pro FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore MT1A Pro or the Nitecore MT2A Pro?
The Nitecore MT1A Pro is the shorter light: 93 mm (3.66 in) against 143 mm (5.63 in), a difference of 50 mm (35%). At their widest points they are about the same (19.8 vs 20 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MT1A Pro: 52 g with battery; Nitecore MT2A Pro: 98 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore MT1A Pro or the Nitecore MT2A Pro?
The Nitecore MT2A Pro is rated brighter: 1,000 lm maximum vs 800 lm for the Nitecore MT1A Pro, 25% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore MT1A Pro or the Nitecore MT2A Pro?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore MT1A Pro was $41.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Nitecore MT2A Pro $44.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MT1A Pro cost $3.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore MT1A Pro and Nitecore MT2A Pro use the same battery?
The Nitecore MT1A Pro runs on removable 14500 / AA batteries; the Nitecore MT2A Pro runs on removable 2x AA / NL1416R batteries. For scale, a 14500 cell is about 14 × 50 mm and a AA about 14.5 × 50.5 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Nitecore MT1A Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Price $41.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore MT2A Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $44.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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