Comparison Console
Nitecore EC23 vs Nitecore NU43
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 EC23 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 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 46% 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 NU43 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% 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$58.95Cheapest
US$86.09Most expensive
Weight
78 g (2.75 oz)Lightest
116 g (4.09 oz)Heaviest
Length
128.7 mm (5.07 in)Longest
79.8 mm (3.14 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
1400 lmLowest output
Max candela
16200 cdHighest candela
3800 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Highest
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
19800 minLongest runtime
9900 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1× 18650 Li-ion (output ≥ 8A) or 2× CR123 (single use or rechargeable)
Built-in 18650 Li-ion battery (3400mAh)
Charging type
USB (implied by USB flashlight naming and included battery)
USB-C (5V 2A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
IP68
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
Stamped aluminum alloy front housing, special PC plastic rear housing
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor useCampingSearch tasksSurvival/bushcraft
Trail runningNight runningTrekkingHikingCampingPatrolIndustrial maintenanceEmergency lightingOutdoor activities
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 comfortable for extended wearBright max output with dual beam flood and spotLong runtime with high-capacity 18650 batteryDurable construction and excellent waterproofingConvenient USB-C charging and fast charge timeIntelligent light sensor for obstacle avoidanceMultiple brightness levels and modes including red light and beacon
Common complaints
Switch can be fiddly or less intuitiveTurbo mode requires specific high-output batteryNot compatible with all 18650 batteries for turbo mode
Turbo mode limited to 30 secondsHigh sensitivity of light sensor may vary depending on environment
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