Comparison Console
Nitecore EC23 vs Nitecore LA30
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore LA30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 620% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore LA30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LA30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LA30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 620% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LA30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 489% 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$39.95Cheapest
Weight
78 g (2.75 oz)Lightest
117 g (4.13 oz)Heaviest
Length
128.7 mm (5.07 in)Longest
75.2 mm (2.96 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
250 lmLowest output
Max candela
16200 cdHighest candela
96 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Highest
19.6 m (64 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
19800 minLongest runtime
3360 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1× 18650 Li-ion (output ≥ 8A) or 2× CR123 (single use or rechargeable)
Built-in 3.7V 1800mAh Li-ion rechargeable battery or 2 AA batteries (alkaline or NiMH)
Charging type
USB (implied by USB flashlight naming and included battery)
Micro-USB charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
IP66
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aero grade aluminium alloy with HAIII military grade hard-anodised finish
Polycarbonate (body)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor useCampingSearch tasksSurvival/bushcraft
CampingFishingEmergency lightingGeneral outdoor useHands-free lighting
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
Dual power options provide versatility and reliable backupHigh CRI LEDs offer good color rendering and reduce eye strainLong runtime up to 56 hours on lowIP66 rating provides good water and dust resistanceCompact size with magnetic base and hanging loop for versatile placementGood battery charge indication and advanced power cut-off for battery preservation
Common complaints
Switch can be fiddly or less intuitiveTurbo mode requires specific high-output batteryNot compatible with all 18650 batteries for turbo mode
Size and weight not ideal for backpackingCharging port does not charge AA batteries if installedNo way to disable bright green charge complete indicator light
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