Noctigon Meteor M43 TO BUY OR NOT TO BUY - OVERALL OPINION

Hiya Guys,

I have been thinking for quiet some time whether to get the Noctigon Meteor M43 or not to get.

I have gone through lots of threads and pages, and still left with no clear decision in mind.

Anyone who had this thing for a while now, could you please share on how the light served you so far? how long have you had it for? has it been reliable? or is it more of show off light? Can this be used in real life everyday applications i.e. at work? camping?, and will it operate without a problem? can you trust the manufacturer? how is the customer service?

I really really appreciate your input into this, as I am sure that I’m not the only one out there without a clear overall opinion on the light, specially when the thing is that expensive.

Thanks in advance :slight_smile:

I purchased mine from mtnelectronics in July. I opted for the XP-G2 S4 2B version because I like cool white tint. I haven’t had the slightest issue with mine at all and I’ve used it quite a bit. I rotate between 2500mah 35a Efests and 3100mah 20a Efests. I really can’t tell much of a difference between the two. I’ve read complaints about how sophisticated the 3 UIs are but they are very easy to use. When I first got mine, I just stuck with UI 1 but soon realized that I like UI 3 much better because of the ramping. You get a set of instructions with the UI diagrams that are fairly easy to follow. Most of the complaints out there are from people that want the option for custom firmware. I look at it like this, the light is made how it’s made, if you don’t like it, you don’t have to buy it. The holster for the light is very nice and sturdy. I use mine for evening walks and for hunting since the season just started. I think you would be pleased with your purchase if you decide to buy one.

I really appreciate the input you have provided, as my Thrunite TN30 died, and if I wont be able to fix it here in the UK, sending it off to China is going to cost almost the same as a new one. If I will go for a new light, then I reckon I will get the Noctigon or TN36.

I do not own one, but I have tested several versions (lumen measuring) for a few members in my sphere.

My over all impressions - Well built light - gets extremely hot on the highest mode and fast - I take this to indicate good heatsinking ability.

One of the drivers had a flickering problem in one of the lights I tested, but I think this was an isolated issue.

The UI can be a bit complicated at first, but you will get used to it after reading the manual and regular use.

If you do not have a small flood light in your collection - I would recommend the light.

I own the Meteor and a Thrunite TN36. I like the Meteor much better. It’s a one of a kind light and will one day be a collector’s item.

A fully built Supfire M6 from Mountain Electronics should be on your short list of candidates.

buy one if possible!

i love mine :slight_smile:

Thanks for your input guys this is super informative, thank you :slight_smile:

Few more questions:

Reliability tests - Has anyone done any? i.e. hit it against something, drop it from height by accident? leave it underwater for an hour?

The light heating up - If you leave it on Turbo until the batteries go flat, does the protection circuitry REALLY step the output down if it overheats? or does it do any damage to itself? Also have you tried to let it heat itself up on Turbo multiple times, can it take that?

I work on the London Underground in the tunnels, if I buy this light i need it to work 5 nights a week, whole year round. Do you think it can withstand being a light you can work with? or do you think it wont live as long?

I just haven’t seen it tested as much as TN36,……well I haven’t seen it tested at ALL.

Thank you in advance :slight_smile:

No it's not that type of flashlight, to hit it, to drop it, those type of tests that you see on Youtube with single 18650 lights, that hold a lot of abuse.
If something is made to work under high temperature will work under high temperature, it does not do damage to itself.It's a hot rod type of light you can't expect anything else.

Why do you assume Thrunite is flawless ("I just haven’t seen it tested as much as TN36"), right on this forum you can see the opposite. However you must understand that even if several are not waterproof that does not mean 100 other aren't also.

My personal opinion on weather to buy or not to buy something when that something is considered expensive, do not buy it. Also I believe these type of lights are too heavy for every day carry which appears that is what you need actually. Also if you want to abuse the light you also need another type of light not in this 4*18650 small size category.

It’s not a light that I would purposely drop in order to test it. I’ve seen a post from on member that needed a new lens because his cracked but I can’t remember if it was from him dropping it or what. I’ve also seen a post from a member where his light activated while still in his holster and it burnt holes in the holster but the light was unscathed. I’ve left mine on turbo for quite sometime and haven’t had any issues with it at all. It does get hot but she was built for it. If I were a betting man, I’d say the body of the TN36 would be able to take more abuse but the I believe the M43 to be a superior light.

Thanks guys, basically the gist that i get form this, is that if you look after your equipment, it will look after you.

Also, currently I have three Eagletac 18650’s

http://eagletac.com/html/accessories/features/et18650_3400mah.html

If I buy another one to make 4, will that work well with the Noctigon?

What cells can you guys recommend for this light?

Thanks :slight_smile:

Try not to mix used with new cells.

I hope you have not missed my post, a 4*18650 light in a small format is not a light weight flashlight to carry every day and neither is an abuse type of flashlight.

Well weight isn’t a problem, I was just fine carrying the TN30 around, I think this would be fine too.

What type of batteries do you think work best?

On intl-outdoor website it says they can ship it with 4 LG INR18650-HG2 High drain batteries

They any good?

Simply very good.

No, your Eagletac 18650s will not work in the Noctigon. They are short enough since they are only 68mm in length but you need a continuous draw of at least 10 amps. The protection on your batteries will most likely kick in causing the light not to work. It’s best that you use unprotected IMR batteries since they will deliver 10 amps and above. I use Efest 2500mah 35A battteries and Efest 3100mah 20A batteries.

Thanks alot for the input, once again, highly appreciated, I really want to get one, I guess I will just have to treat better then i did with the TN30 and look after it.

I love the light. I don’t have the budget for one right now, but was really impressed by it when I had the light for testing. I think the reason you see more thrunite lights is because they give away a lot of free testing samples. I don’t doubt it’s a good light too, but there’s nothing about that light that I interests me over the meteor.

i love my meteor. i have the dedomed xpg2 version. the only flaw it has is that im not able to turn on in turbo with just one click. it requires to hold down switch. unless ui 3 allows it, but honestly, im not understanding how to operate ui 3.

i also have the tn36…vn version (meaning its been modded by vinh) its also a great light. only flaw again, is that im not able to turn it on turbo with just a single click. it requires a quick double click.
the good thing about this light is how it can run on high mode for a very very long time. i own about 6 different soup can lights, and the tn36 can hold its lumens on high for the longest by a long shot.
on high its about 2000 lumens, plenty enough for a dark tunnel.

the tn36 is alot more floody and bigger spill , while the meteor dedomed xpg2 version ha waaaaay more throw, and looks to be just as bright with eyes. the meteor is smaller but feels about the same weight as the tn36.
i dont know how much light is needed for your duty, but if its high mode that you need ….roughly 2000 lumens for the meteor and the tn36, then id go with the tn36 because you will be able to use it on high for much longer period.
for turbo mode, both the tn36 and meteor heat up about the same speed.

fyi, i like my meteor a whole lot more though haha
the looks, the size, and the throw wins it for me. the tn36 is just more usuable and maybe practical for longer time periods.

Thank you for your detailed answer, really appreciate it, I think I will defiantly be going for the M43.