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Fenix PD25R vs Nitecore EDC09
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix PD25R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7043% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD25R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7043% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 24% 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$79.95
Unknown
Weight
110 g (3.88 oz)Lightest
114 g (4.02 oz)Heaviest
Length
134 mm (5.28 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1600 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
5899 cd
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Highest
153 m (502 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
210 minShortest runtime
15000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable or 2 x CR123A
Built-in Li-ion 1100mAh
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX6
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium alloy
Stainless steel with PVD coating
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryOutdoorTacticalHiking
Everyday carry (EDC)General purpose handheld useTasks requiring adjustable color temperature lighting
Common praise
Compact and portable sizeHigh output and beam distance for its sizeReliable and well-built with IP68 waterproof ratingUSB-C charging convenienceGood mode variety and memory function
Versatile color temperature modes (cool, neutral, warm) with high CRICompact size with durable stainless steel and PVD coatingLong maximum runtime up to 250 hours on ultralowIntelligent charging with USB-C and battery level indicators
Common complaints
Smaller size can be difficult for large handsNo detailed max candela specification availableRuntime data varies with battery choice and isn’t always clearly specified
Not rated for immersion waterproofing, only IPX6 water resistanceRuntime varies significantly by brightness level and color temperatureMaximum beam throw limited to 153 meters
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