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Nitecore EC23 vs Nitecore P10i
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore EC23 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC23 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 560% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 560% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 14% 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$104Most expensive
Weight
78 g (2.75 oz)Lightest
84 g (2.96 oz)Heaviest
Length
128.7 mm (5.07 in)Shortest
147 mm (5.79 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lm
1800 lm
Max candela
16200 cdLowest candela
21100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
290 m (951 ft)Highest
Max runtime
19800 minLongest runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1× 18650 Li-ion (output ≥ 8A) or 2× CR123 (single use or rechargeable)
1 x 21700 Li-ion (NL2140i included) or 2 x CR123
Charging type
USB (implied by USB flashlight naming and included battery)
USB Type-C
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
Aero grade aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryOutdoor UseCampingSearch TasksSurvival/bushcraft
Tactical UseLaw EnforcementMilitary PersonnelEDC Everyday Carry Usage
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
High Maximum Output And Throw DistanceCompact And Lightweight DesignTactical Dual Switch OperationUSB C Fast Charging With Power IndicatorDurability With Ip68 And 2m Impact Resistance
Common complaints
Switch Can Be Fiddly Or Less IntuitiveTurbo Mode Requires Specific High Output BatteryNot Compatible With All 18650 Batteries For Turbo Mode
Runtime Reduces At High Output Due To Temperature RegulationRequires Proprietary Battery For Maximum Performance
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