Comparison Console
Nitecore EDC09 vs Nitecore NU33
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
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
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 heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU33 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% 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 NU33 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 41% 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.
Nitecore NU33 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
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.
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 useTasks requiring adjustable color temperature lighting
Night runningTrekkingHikingCampingOutdoor adventuresEmergency lighting
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 designMultiple lighting modes with high CRI optionLong maximum runtime of up to 147 hours on low modeUSB-C fast charging with approximately 1.5 hours charge timeComfortable to wear with adjustable headband and stable fitGood quality construction with durable materialsLockout mode prevents accidental activation
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
Sealed non-user replaceable batteryRed mode lacks low output levelIP66 rating less than some higher-grade headlampsNo PWM in LED driver, but this is generally positiveLimited tilt adjustment (only downward about 75 degrees)
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