Comparison Console
Nitecore EC23 vs Nitecore LR30
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 778% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC23 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 432% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 778% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 432% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 40% 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$58.95
Unknown
Weight
78 g (2.75 oz)Heaviest
60 g (2.12 oz)Lightest
Length
128.7 mm (5.07 in)Longest
92 mm (3.62 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
205 lmLowest output
Max candela
16200 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Highest
20 m (66 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
19800 minLongest runtime
3720 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1× 18650 Li-ion (output ≥ 8A) or 2× CR123 (single use or rechargeable)
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A batteries
Charging type
USB (implied by USB flashlight naming and included battery)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
IPX6
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aero grade aluminium alloy with HAIII military grade hard-anodised finish
Plastic (durable PC materials)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor useCampingSearch tasksSurvival/bushcraft
CampingOutdoor useWorkshop useGeneral EDC
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
Strong magnetic base useful for workshop or car bonnet attachmentGood white light output that preserves colors wellVersatile battery options (1x 18650 or 2x CR123)Multiple lighting modes including red light for preservation of night vision
Common complaints
Switch can be fiddly or less intuitiveTurbo mode requires specific high-output batteryNot compatible with all 18650 batteries for turbo mode
No rechargeable battery optionNot specified LED typeLimited beam distance at 20 metersNo SOS beacon mode on white light
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