Comparison Console
Nitecore EDC09 vs Nitecore EDC27 UHi
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 355% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 355% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 298% 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
Unknown
US$89.95
Weight
114 g (4.02 oz)Lightest
122 g (4.30 oz)Heaviest
Length
108 mm (4.25 in)
Unknown
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
3100 lmHighest output
Max candela
5899 cdLowest candela
23500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
153 m (502 ft)Lowest
305 m (1001 ft)Highest
Max runtime
15000 minLongest runtime
3300 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in Li-ion 1100mAh
Built-in 1700mAh Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX6
IP54
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Stainless steel with PVD coating
Stainless steel body with PVD titanium coating and carbon fiber composite frame
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)General purpose handheld useTasks requiring adjustable color temperature lighting
Ultra-slim tactical EDC useOutdoor activitiesProfessional use
Common praise
Versatile color temperature modes (cool, neutral, warm) with high CRICompact size with durable stainless steel and PVD coatingLong maximum runtime up to 250 hours on ultralowIntelligent charging with USB-C and battery level indicators
Bright 3100 lumens outputLong 305 meter beam throwCompact and lightweight design at 122gInformative OLED displayDurable stainless steel construction with titanium coatingUSB-C fast rechargeable battery with long runtime up to 55 hours
Common complaints
Not rated for immersion waterproofing, only IPX6 water resistanceRuntime varies significantly by brightness level and color temperatureMaximum beam throw limited to 153 meters
Length and diameter dimensions not providedRuntime varies by mode but maximum runtime only specified for lowest mode
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