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Nitecore EDC09 vs Nitecore LA30

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Command Brief

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Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 540% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 346% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Lightest

Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore LA30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore LA30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 540% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Nitecore LA30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 346% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Nitecore LA30 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 44% 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.

Nitecore EDC09 — Beam distance: 153 m (502 ft)Nitecore EDC09 — Max candela: 5899 cdNitecore EDC09 — Weight: 114 g (4.02 oz)Nitecore EDC09 — Length: 108 mm (4.25 in)Nitecore EDC09 — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Nitecore EDC09 — Max lumens: 1600 lmNitecore LA30 — Beam distance: 19.6 m (64 ft)Nitecore LA30 — Max candela: 96 cdNitecore LA30 — Weight: 117 g (4.13 oz)Nitecore LA30 — Length: 75.2 mm (2.96 in)Nitecore LA30 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Nitecore LA30 — Max lumens: 250 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthImpact resistanceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
Unknown
US$39.95
Weight
114 g (4.02 oz)Lightest
117 g (4.13 oz)Heaviest
Length
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
75.2 mm (2.96 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmHighest output
250 lmLowest output
Max candela
5899 cdHighest candela
96 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
153 m (502 ft)Highest
19.6 m (64 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15000 minLongest runtime
3360 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in Li-ion 1100mAh
Built-in 3.7V 1800mAh Li-ion rechargeable battery or 2 AA batteries (alkaline or NiMH)
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro-USB charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX6
IP66
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Stainless steel with PVD coating
Polycarbonate (body)
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣General Purpose Handheld Use▣Tasks Requiring Adjustable Color Temperature Lighting
▣Camping▣Fishing▣Emergency Lighting▣General Outdoor Use▣Hands Free Lighting
Common praise
✓Versatile Color Temperature Modes (cool, Neutral, Warm) With High Cri✓Compact Size With Durable Stainless Steel And Pvd Coating✓Long Maximum Runtime Up To 250 Hours On Ultralow✓Intelligent Charging With USB C And Battery Level Indicators
✓Dual Power Options Provide Versatility And Reliable Backup✓High Cri Leds Offer Good Color Rendering And Reduce Eye Strain✓Long Runtime Up To 56 Hours On Low✓Ip66 Rating Provides Good Water And Dust Resistance✓Compact Size With Magnetic Base And Hanging Loop For Versatile Placement✓Good Battery Charge Indication And Advanced Power Cut Off For Battery Preservation
Common complaints
⚠Not Rated For Immersion Waterproofing, Only Ipx6 Water Resistance⚠Runtime Varies Significantly By Brightness Level And Color Temperature⚠Maximum Beam Throw Limited To 153 Meters
⚠Size And Weight Not Ideal For Backpacking⚠Charging Port Does Not Charge Aa Batteries If Installed⚠No Way To Disable Bright Green Charge Complete Indicator Light

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