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Fenix LD12R vs Nitecore EC23
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix LD12R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD12R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD12R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD12R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD12R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1920% 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$73.21Most expensive
US$58.95Cheapest
Weight
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
78 g (2.75 oz)Heaviest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
128.7 mm (5.07 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
16200 cd
Beam distance
186 m (610 ft)Lowest
255 m (837 ft)Highest
Max runtime
980 minShortest runtime
19800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
14500 rechargeable Li-ion; also compatible with AA battery
1× 18650 Li-ion (output ≥ 8A) or 2× CR123 (single use or rechargeable)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB (implied by USB flashlight naming and included battery)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Unknown
Aero grade aluminium alloy with HAIII military grade hard-anodised finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryHands-free use with metal surfaces
Everyday carryOutdoor useCampingSearch tasksSurvival/bushcraft
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designStrong maximum brightness of 600 lumensVersatile dual light outputs (main and side LEDs)Convenient USB-C charging portFully waterproof with IP68 ratingImpact resistant to 1.5 metersMagnetic clip for hands-free use on metal surfacesCompatibility with both 14500 rechargeable and AA batteries
High maximum brightness (1800 lumens)Long maximum runtime (up to 330 hours in ultralow mode)Compact size and lightweightMultiple output levels and special modesWaterproof and impact resistantBuilt-in battery power indicatorComfortable diamond knurled body grip
Common complaints
Decreased performance in cold weather when using certain NiMH batteriesHigh mode not accessible with AA batteriesRequires precise assembly to maintain reliable contactOccasional contact issues in cold environments
Switch can be fiddly or less intuitiveTurbo mode requires specific high-output batteryNot compatible with all 18650 batteries for turbo mode
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