MT2A Pro EDC Flashlight, 1000 Lumens, 279 Yard Beam, USB-C Rechargeable, Dual Power with AA Compatibility, Compact Waterproof Slim Penlight, Including NitecoreS Sticker

Just about the perfect EDC for someone who wants the best in a practical, small light. It is a far-throwing spotlight that will also light up a room when stood on its end and pointed to the ceiling. Very well-built. This is the second MT2A Pro I have purchased. I keep mine in my Wranglers front pocket or clipped onto a hoodie. I wanted one for my wife because it fits easily in a purse. That way she will always have a flashlight nearby. I would not be comfortable giving this light to a young kid. The upper power levels are very bright. Great battery life (more than a month for me, a daily user) on the lowest output level which is all that I need most of the time.

Let's get this out of the way first......My name is Alan and I am a flashaholic. OK.....The product arrived on time and well packaged. For the record, I have lights that encompass everything from budget lights to high end lights like those made by SureFire. I have a number of other Nitecore products as well. So why add another one? Up to 1,000 lumens in a pen light was irresistible. I always carry at least two lights, one being a keychain light and the other is normally worn in a belt holster. There are times however, when a more discreet carry is called for. That may be a penlight. Now to be fair, this is on the larger wide for a penlight. Compared to a Streamlight Sylus...To accommodate the larger lithium battery pack and the AA batteries...It is probably about 40% wider than the Stylus. It is also slightly longer. Be sure top read the specifications so that you know what you are buying. A Stylus you can easily hide in a suit coat. This light.....Not quite as easy to conceal. But what you trade off in size you gain in brightness. The light is solidly built in typical Nitecore tradition. The body has a unique knurling that works well for me. Be sure to look at the product images so you know what you are buying. I seem to recall a few people saying that they felt the knurling was too aggressive. I do not find that to be the case. The tail cap mounted switch works well with a firm feel and good feedback, but it is a reverse clicky with no monetary function. While I prefer a forward clicky....This was a trade of I was willing to accept. For that reason I did not deduct any stars. If this is a deal breaker for you then do not order this light. Perhaps they will offer something different in the future. The tail cap is also design for free standing an for a lanyard. That means that the switch is partially covered / two sides are covered by the tail standing metal. This is another feature that I do not like, but I purchased the light knowing this so no stars deducted. Access to the switch itself is still good but...It may be more difficult if you are wearing winter gloves. The beam profile is one with a distinct and moderate sized hot spot with generous side spill. There is a ring or two that will not affect normal use, but if you are a white wall hunter you will most likely not be pleased. The tint is on the cool side of neutral but not horribly so. The belt clip is bi directional and removable. It is in the box and not installed at delivery. The battery is accessible by removing the tail cap. The threads are cleanly cut and lubricated. The O ring was also lubricated at assembly. Overall...,I am very pleased with the light. While there are some negative aspects, the availability of 1,000 lumens (500 when AA powered) is hard to resist, especially at the stated run times. On the run times...Keep in mind that thermal management is in play, so how long the light will produce those high end lumens will depend on the conditions at the time of use as the light will reduce its output as its temperature climbs to protect itself. I have already used this light verifying that there were no skunks living under our deck. Its small formfactor (For a light capable of this output) made it much easier to get under there. I love having this much power in a form factor that is MUCH smaller than most typical 1,000 lumen lights.

For the price, I'm very happy with this light! I carry it everywhere, all the time. I've used it countless hours while fishing or just being out at night. I like being able to easily change brightness settings, so I have enough light without being blinded. It's the perfect size to pack signs in my pocket next to my knife, and it doesn't get in the way. It recharges pretty quickly and has pretty good battery life. The pocket clip is double-sided, so I can clip it in my pocket or use the backside of the clip to put it on the bill of my hat to use the light handsfree. I still carry a Fenix PD36R Pro, in case I get into a situation where I need more light, but it typically gets left in the truck because it's a bit too bulky to pack around. I definitely recommend this purchase. (On a side note, I actually dropped this flashlight out by my pond one day and a friend found it several months later, after several heavy rains. It switched on and worked, no rust or problems!)

Ok. I admit it. I’m kind of a flashlight snob. I have a lot. I shouldn’t, but I work a lot at night and I am always trying new flash lights to see which one is better. I can honestly say for the money, this flashlight beats the socks off of any “Amazon special” tactical light. This is a real, name brand light, with real, name brand quality. Tired of going through cheap flashlights? Yah I get it. Stop doing that. Get this one. It has lasted a LONG time for me and is so bright. I attach mine to my hat so I can use my hands. I like that I can charge this battery or swap it for AA batteries. I’ve had to do that several times when I’ve used the whole battery up and didn’t have time to charge it back up. Honestly, It would be more convenient if I could plug the charger directly into the flash light and not have to remove the battery first, BUT then you wouldn’t be able to swap for the AAs. This is an acceptable trade off. The light quality, the actual “color” of this light is also hands down. It doesn’t strain your eyes like some of the overly white flashlights you can get on Amazon. I have several other Nitecores and they are all great at this. The only flashlights Ive used that’s as good at color as this one, are the milwaukees, but they are missing in many other areas. For the price, you can’t beat it. Perfect small size and high brightness, versatile light for your EDC.

Great small light weight torch, great beam

Pros: The size of an AA penlight with the power of a much larger flashlight that uses an 18650 battery. This flashlight is rated at 1,000 lumens max. I tested it against my other 1,000 lumen flashlights that use 18650 batteries and it was slightly brighter, It definitely puts out at least 1,000 actual lumens . The beam is perfect. The beam color and beam shape are also perfect. Not a square bluish light beam but a round natural white color light beam. The gripping etching is also perfect, not sharp as some others have criticized that it would cut their shirt pocket. The two way removable clip is also designed very well. With a flat end cap it can be stood on end and function as an area light. Also able to use regular or rechargeable AA batteries instead of the specialty battery supplied. Using regular AA batteries the flashlight is still very bright (500 lumens). Cons: None, as far as I am concerned. The perfectly designed EDC pocket flashlight.

Amazing EDC light with easy functionality and amazing brightness at its max. A friend recommended and it’s worth the price. I use it at my cabin to walk down to the gate to close at night. Lights up the whole forest.

I like the mode memory so that I don't have to cycle through modes every use. Light is very bright and rechargeable.

One of the best pen lights I’ve used, and I’ve used a lot. Bigger than your standard aaa pen lights obviously but still small enough to fit in my coveralls little pocket. Had this for a couple months now and is perfect still. Has taken a few drops from about a meter and barely a scratch on it. The battery life is insanely good, will last weeks with use on a daily basis. Frequent use throughout every day as I am an automotive tech. If you want an affordable light that you will be happy with and don’t wanna pay 100+ for one off the tool trucks. Get this. Nothings perfect would give it 5 stars but only thing I don’t like is it’s too big to hold in your mouth, and the tail cap stand feature that is advertised is kinda so so, it works but it takes a couple tries to get it to actually stand up.