Comparison Console
Fenix E28R V2.0 vs Nitecore EDC25
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore EDC25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EDC25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC25 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC25 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC25 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$64.95
Unknown
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Heaviest
114 g (4.02 oz)Lightest
Length
121 mm (4.76 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
1600 lmLowest output
Max candela
18588 cdHighest candela
5900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
273 m (896 ft)Highest
153 m (502 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
15000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
Built-in 1100mAh Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX6
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
High strength stainless steel with PVD coating
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Daily CommutingCampingHikingHands Free Use With Magnetic Tail
EDCCamping
Common praise
High Output For SizeVersatile Lighting Modes Including Warning LightsUSB C Fast ChargingSolid Build Quality And FinishMagnetic Tail For Hands Free UseGood Runtime On Lower Modes
Good Maximum Output With Multiple Color TemperaturesLong Runtime Up To 250 Hours At Lowest SettingUSB C Rechargeable Battery IncludedDurable Stainless Steel Body With Ipx6 Water Resistance
Common complaints
Slightly Heavy For Pocket CarryTailcap Is Glued And Only Removable By TailNo Included PouchBeam Tint Cooler And Cri Moderate
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