So Nitecore has released the new version of the P10, and it’s definitely an improvement over the old version. But is it better than other recommended tactical flashlights with similar designs?

The first thing you’ll notice about the P10GT is that despite its military-grade toughness it is extraordinarily, well, light. At about three ounces (sans battery), it’s a little over half the weight of comparably-sized lights like the MecArmy SPX18 while staying just as tough.

The dual tail switch is a new move for Nitecore, who’s preferred to keep to either one switch, like the MH series, or to put the second switch on the side like with the beginner-friendly P12. The addition of the dual tail switch echoes other lights like the Klarus XT11GT, but it is a welcome addition. Previous Nitecore lights depended on a certain button press sequence to activate the strobe, and I much prefer the second-switch solution.

The P10GT also has three programmable modes affecting the strobe switch and various brightness settings, so it’s nice to have that extra level of customization. It’s a hundred lumens brighter than the previous model at 900 lumens, which is great, but it’s even better to be able to tune that brightness to exactly the level you want – at the moment you want it!

Overall, this is a great light for law enforcement and security positions, with easy-to-use operations and rock-solid toughness. Although some features may lack the polish of similar lights, there’s no doubt the P10GT is just as dependable and functional.

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• Lightweight
• Three programmable modes
• Dual-switch tail for easy strobe access
• TOUGH – Waterproof and impact-resistant

Cons

• A little less bright than comparable lights
• Method of changing brightness modes a bit clumsy

Length: 135 mm / 5.31 in

Head Size: 25.4 mm / 1 in

Weight: 82 g / 2.89 oz

LED: CCREE XP-L HI V3

Max Output: 900 lumens

Max Beam Distance: 286 m

Max Runtime: 17h / 0.71 days

Beam color: Neutral white, white light

Impact resistance: 1.5 m

Waterproof: IPX-8 (submersible up to 2 m)

Battery: 1 x 18650, 2 x CR123

Instant strobe with STROBE READY

900 lumen output

Dual tail switch for one-handed operation

Customizable input with three tactical modes

Thermoelectric separation technology to optimize heat dissipation

Crystal coating technology for extreme reflector performance

Battery indicator on tail switch

Anti-rolling design

HA-III military grade hard-anodized finish

Anti-slip knurling

Weighs only 2.9 oz (without battery)

Equipped with stainless steel titanium-plated clip

Optics lens with anti-reflective coating

Crenulated bezel design

Compatible with multiple tactical accessories