Comparison Console
Nitecore EC23 vs ThruNite Neutron 2C V3
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 9% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 535% 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$49.95Cheapest
Weight
78 g (2.75 oz)Lightest
86 g (3.03 oz)Heaviest
Length
128.7 mm (5.07 in)Longest
125 mm (4.92 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
1100 lmLowest output
Max candela
16200 cdHighest candela
14399 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Highest
240 m (787 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
19800 minLongest runtime
3120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1× 18650 Li-ion (output ≥ 8A) or 2× CR123 (single use or rechargeable)
1×18650, 1×18350, 2×16340 or 2×CR123A (compatible multiple cells)
Charging type
USB (implied by USB flashlight naming and included battery)
USB side port charging (micro-USB)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
IPX-8 (2 meters)
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
Type-III hard anodized aluminum body
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor useCampingSearch tasksSurvival/bushcraft
Everyday carry (EDC)Versatile battery compatibilityUsers wanting fine brightness control through ramping UI
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
Versatile battery configurations including 18650, 18350, 16340, and CR123ASmooth ramping UI with memory function for precise brightness controlSolid build quality with good grip and finishIncludes USB side charging with 1A currentBright output up to 1100 lumens with 240m beam distance
Common complaints
Switch can be fiddly or less intuitiveTurbo mode requires specific high-output batteryNot compatible with all 18650 batteries for turbo mode
PWM visible at 110 Hz on low to medium brightness levels, which can be distractingNot the smallest size for an EDC lightNo tail switch; all functions controlled by side switch
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