Comparison Console
Nitecore EC23 vs Nitecore EDC07
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore EDC07 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC07 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EDC07 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC07 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC07 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC07 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 9% 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$58.95Most expensive
US$46Cheapest
Weight
78 g (2.75 oz)Heaviest
70 g (2.47 oz)Lightest
Length
128.7 mm (5.07 in)Longest
120 mm (4.72 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
1500 lmLowest output
Max candela
16200 cdHighest candela
4410 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Highest
132 m (433 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
19800 minShortest runtime
21600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1× 18650 Li-ion (output ≥ 8A) or 2× CR123 (single use or rechargeable)
Built-in 1500mAh Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB (implied by USB flashlight naming and included battery)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
IP67
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aero grade aluminium alloy with HAIII military grade hard-anodised finish
Polycarbonate
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryOutdoor UseCampingSearch TasksSurvival/bushcraft
Everyday CarryClose Up WorkOutdoor Walks And Distance VisibilityEmergency Signaling And UseHands Free Work With Tail Stand
Common praise
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
Lightweight And Compact DesignHigh Cri Triple Color Temperature OptionsLong Runtime Especially In Ultralow ModeIp67 Waterproof And Impact Resistant BodyIntuitive Dual Switch OperationStrong Maximum Output For Size
Common complaints
Switch Can Be Fiddly Or Less IntuitiveTurbo Mode Requires Specific High Output BatteryNot Compatible With All 18650 Batteries For Turbo Mode
Plastic Body May Feel Less Premium Than MetalBeam Is Fairly Floody With Limited ThrowTailswitch Can Be Stiff And Uncomfortable Due To Protective TeethNo Dedicated Turbo Shortcut In UiDual Switches Require Flipping Light To Operate For Mode Changes
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