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Nitecore EDC09 vs Nitecore P10i
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore P10i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P10i 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 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P10i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 36% 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$104
Weight
114 g (4.02 oz)Heaviest
84 g (2.96 oz)Lightest
Length
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
147 mm (5.79 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
5899 cdLowest candela
21100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
153 m (502 ft)Lowest
290 m (951 ft)Highest
Max runtime
15000 minLongest runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in Li-ion 1100mAh
1 x 21700 Li-ion (NL2140i included) or 2 x CR123
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
Aero grade aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)General purpose handheld useTasks requiring adjustable color temperature lighting
Tactical useLaw enforcementMilitary personnelEDC - Everyday carry usage
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
High maximum output and throw distanceCompact and lightweight designTactical dual switch operationUSB-C fast charging with power indicatorDurability with IP68 and 2m impact resistance
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
Runtime reduces at high output due to temperature regulationRequires proprietary battery for maximum performance
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