Comparison Console
Nitecore EDC09 vs Nitecore MT2C Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 793% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 793% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 1256% 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$54
Weight
114 g (4.02 oz)
114 g (4.02 oz)
Length
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
117.5 mm (4.63 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
5899 cdLowest candela
80000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
153 m (502 ft)Lowest
520 m (1706 ft)Highest
Max runtime
15000 minLongest runtime
1680 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in Li-ion 1100mAh
18650 Li-ion rechargeable, or 2 x CR123A/RCR123
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX6
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Stainless steel with PVD coating
Aerospace-grade aluminum with HA III anodizing finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)General purpose handheld useTasks requiring adjustable color temperature lighting
Everyday Carry (EDC)Tactical and High-Performance UseOutdoor Adventures
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
Compact and lightweight designHigh max output brightness (1800 lumens) with strong throw (520 m)Durability including IP68 waterproof rating and 2 meter impact resistanceSimple and easy tail switch interfaceIncludes rechargeable battery and USB-C charging cableGood thermal regulation and LVP
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
Only two brightness modes which limits versatilityTurns on in high mode by default, not lowColor rendering and tint not optimized (beam focused on throw)
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