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Nitecore EDC07 vs Nitecore NU40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore EDC07 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC07 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC07 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EDC07 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC07 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 66% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC07 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC07 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 200% 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$46Cheapest
US$61Most expensive
Weight
70 g (2.47 oz)Lightest
116 g (4.09 oz)Heaviest
Length
120 mm (4.72 in)Longest
79.8 mm (3.14 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1500 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
4410 cdHighest candela
2700 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
132 m (433 ft)Highest
100 m (328 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
21600 minLongest runtime
7200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 1500mAh Li-ion battery
Built-in 18650 Li-ion 2600mAh rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C (5V 2A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP67
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Polycarbonate
PC plastic rear housing with aluminum alloy front housing
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryClose-up workOutdoor walks and distance visibilityEmergency signaling and useHands-free work with tail stand
HikingTrail runningCampingCyclingMaintenanceOutdoor activities
Common praise
Lightweight and compact designHigh CRI triple color temperature optionsLong runtime especially in ultralow modeIP67 waterproof and impact resistant bodyIntuitive dual-switch operationStrong maximum output for size
Lightweight and compact designHigh maximum output with uniform beamLong runtime especially on low modesUSB-C fast rechargeableDurable construction with good heat dissipationMultiple brightness levels and special modes including red light for night vision preservation
Common complaints
Plastic body may feel less premium than metalBeam is fairly floody with limited throwTailswitch can be stiff and uncomfortable due to protective teethNo dedicated turbo shortcut in UIDual switches require flipping light to operate for mode changes
Runtime on highest output (Turbo) is limitedSome users may prefer longer beam distance for certain tasks
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