Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 167% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 167% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 296% 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.
Stainless steel with PVD coating and carbon fiber reinforced polymer frame with aluminum heat dissipation plate
Use case profile
Best for
▣Tactical Identification And Use▣Law Enforcement▣Military▣Search And Rescue▣Outdoor Professionals
▣Tactical EDC▣Security Patrol▣Law Enforcement▣Search And Rescue▣Personal Defense▣Emergency Lighting
Common praise
✓Very High 3000 Lumen Output With Excellent 475m Beam Throw For Tactical Use✓Convenient USB C Rechargeable 21700 Battery System With Solid Runtime✓Intuitive Dual Tailcap Switches For One Handed Tactical Operation✓Rugged Ip68 Waterproof And Impact Resistant Design✓Versatile Multi Mode Output Including Instant Strobe For Defensive Purposes
✓High Maximum Brightness For Compact Size✓Useful Oled Real Time Display With Mode, Brightness, Battery And Runtime Info✓Physical Lockout Switch Prevents Accidental Activation✓Good Output Regulation With Temperature Management✓Solid Build Quality With Tactical Design✓Fast USB C Charging With Large Built In Battery✓Multiple Usable Modes Including Flood And Spotlight
Common complaints
⚠Larger And Heavier Than Compact EDC Lights (204g With Battery)⚠No Ultra Low Moonlight Mode For Extended Low Light Preservation⚠Turbo Mode Step Down Under Sustained Use⚠Premium Pricing Compared To Basic Tactical Lights⚠Made In China May Be A Consideration For Some U.s. Procurement Preferences
⚠Ip54 Rating Lower Than Typical Ip67/ip68 For Full Waterproof Use⚠Battery Is Not User Replaceable⚠Momentary High Output Duration Limited By Thermal Regulation