Nitecore MT2C Pro vs ThruNite TC15 V3 size comparison
The ThruNite TC15 V3 is 4 mm (0.16 in) longer than the Nitecore MT2C Pro, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite TC15 V3 is 4 mm (0.16 in) longer than the Nitecore MT2C Pro, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore MT2C Pro Check price ↗ | ThruNite TC15 V3 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 118 mm (4.65 in) | 122 mm (4.80 in)+4 mm |
| Head / width | 27 mm (1.06 in) | 27 mm (1.06 in)same |
| Body | 21 mm (0.83 in) | 23 mm (0.91 in)+2 mm |
| Weight | 64 g listed | 74 g listed |
| Battery | 18650 | 18650 |
| Max output | 1,800 lm | 2,403 lm |
| Throw | 520 m | 223 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | not verified yet | $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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MT2C Pro vs TC15 V3: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore MT2C Pro is the shorter light: 118 mm (4.65 in) against 122 mm (4.80 in), a difference of 4 mm (3%). At their widest points they are about the same (27 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MT2C Pro: 64 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 1,800 lm for the Nitecore MT2C Pro, 34% more. For beam distance the Nitecore MT2C Pro reaches further: 520 m vs 223 m rated throw (133% more).
Battery
Both run on a removable 18650 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore MT2C Pro if you want a shorter light (4 mm shorter) and longer throw (520 m vs 223 m). Choose the ThruNite TC15 V3 if you want more output (2,403 lm vs 1,800 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Nitecore MT2C Pro Check price ↗ ThruNite TC15 V3
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MT2C Pro vs TC15 V3 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore MT2C Pro or the ThruNite TC15 V3?
The Nitecore MT2C Pro is the shorter light: 118 mm (4.65 in) against 122 mm (4.80 in), a difference of 4 mm (3%). At their widest points they are about the same (27 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MT2C Pro: 64 g listed; ThruNite TC15 V3: 74 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore MT2C Pro or the ThruNite TC15 V3?
The ThruNite TC15 V3 is rated brighter: 2,403 lm maximum vs 1,800 lm for the Nitecore MT2C Pro, 34% more. For beam distance the Nitecore MT2C Pro reaches further: 520 m vs 223 m rated throw (133% more).
Do the Nitecore MT2C Pro and ThruNite TC15 V3 use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 18650 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Nitecore MT2C Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. No verified price yet.
- 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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