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Nitecore EDC09 vs Nitecore NU33

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

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Command Brief

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Nitecore NU33 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 129% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Lightest

Nitecore NU33 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore NU33 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 129% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Nitecore NU33 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Nitecore NU33 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 73% 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 NU33 — Beam distance: 135 m (443 ft)Nitecore NU33 — Max candela: 4578 cdNitecore NU33 — Weight: 95.5 g (3.37 oz)Nitecore NU33 — Length: 62.3 mm (2.45 in)Nitecore NU33 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Nitecore NU33 — Max lumens: 700 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthImpact resistanceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
Unknown
US$49.95
Weight
114 g (4.02 oz)Heaviest
95.5 g (3.37 oz)Lightest
Length
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
62.3 mm (2.45 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmHighest output
700 lmLowest output
Max candela
5899 cdHighest candela
4578 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
153 m (502 ft)Highest
135 m (443 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15000 minLongest runtime
8820 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in Li-ion 1100mAh
Built-in 2000mAh Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
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
PC and aluminum metal materials
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣General Purpose Handheld Use▣Tasks Requiring Adjustable Color Temperature Lighting
▣Night Running▣Trekking▣Hiking▣Camping▣Outdoor Adventures▣Emergency 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
✓Compact And Lightweight Design✓Multiple Lighting Modes With High Cri Option✓Long Maximum Runtime Of Up To 147 Hours On Low Mode✓USB C Fast Charging With Approximately 1.5 Hours Charge Time✓Comfortable To Wear With Adjustable Headband And Stable Fit✓Good Quality Construction With Durable Materials✓Lockout Mode Prevents Accidental Activation
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
⚠Sealed Non User Replaceable Battery⚠Red Mode Lacks Low Output Level⚠Ip66 Rating Less Than Some Higher Grade Headlamps⚠No Pwm In LED Driver, But This Is Generally Positive⚠Limited Tilt Adjustment (only Downward About 75 Degrees)

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