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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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