Key Takeaways
1. New MCT System: The TUP2 features the MCT system with four LEDs offering three color temperature options (3,000, 4,500, and 6,500 Kelvin), but the range has decreased from 180 meters to 120 meters.
2. Design and Portability: The flashlight is compact at 7 cm long and weighs 58 grams, making it a suitable everyday carry (EDC) option with a clip for easy access.
3. Battery and Charging: The non-replaceable battery charges via USB-C and has increased capacity from 1,200 to 1,300 mAh, allowing for longer run times (up to 190 hours on the lowest setting).
4. Performance: The TUP2 can emit 300 lumens for two hours and has a turbo mode for brief bursts, with a slight increase in lumen rating from 1,000 to 1,200.
5. Color Options: The flashlight is available in three colors, including orange, which is useful for outdoor activities. Pricing details have not yet been announced.
Nitecore’s TUP2 is the next version of the small TUP and has been redesigned, which might not be to everyone’s liking. This is due to the fact that the setup has been changed quite a bit, along with the technical details.
New Features and Changes
On the bright side, it now comes with the MCT system that allows for various color temperatures using two warm and two cool LEDs, with options of 3,000, 4,500, and 6,500 Kelvin. However, this has decreased the range from 180 meters down to 120 meters. The lower candela values suggest that it might have a more powerful floodlight. Yet, the lumen rating has only gone up from 1,000 to 1,200. This indicates that the TUP2 serves as a limited direct upgrade. Whether these changes are appealing really depends on what you want from a flashlight.
Design and Usability
With a length of seven centimeters and weighing 58 grams, this flashlight remains quite portable and light. Essentially, it acts as a larger and more efficient keychain light, making it great for everyday carry (EDC). Its clip allows it to be fastened to a hat for easy access. The OLED display is still present and it operates via a two-button system.
Battery and Performance
The battery in this model isn’t replaceable and charges through USB-C. Nitecore claims that the battery capacity has increased from 1,200 to 1,300 mAh. According to the company, the flashlight can run for 190 hours on its lowest setting. In contrast, the previous version only lasted 70 hours at one lumen. It can emit 300 lumens for a duration of two hours, while the turbo mode is meant for brief bursts of light.
The flashlight is available in three colors, including the well-known orange, which is beneficial for outdoor activities. As of now, Nitecore has not revealed the pricing, but it should be announced shortly.
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