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Nitecore EDC09 vs Wurkkos DL30
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos DL30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 125% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4161% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 125% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4161% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC09 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL30 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 9% 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$49.99
Weight
114 g (4.02 oz)Lightest
130 g (4.59 oz)Heaviest
Length
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
118 mm (4.65 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
3600 lmHighest output
Max candela
5899 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
153 m (502 ft)Lowest
220 m (722 ft)Highest
Max runtime
15000 minLongest runtime
352 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in Li-ion 1100mAh
21700 Li-ion rechargeable (compatible with 18650)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX6
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Stainless steel with PVD coating
6061 grade aluminum alloy, hard-anodized Type III
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)General Purpose Handheld UseTasks Requiring Adjustable Color Temperature Lighting
Scuba DivingSnorkelingNight DivingCave DivingTechnical Diving
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 Brightness And Beam DistanceExcellent Color Rendering (90 Cri)Compact And Rugged DesignEasy One Handed Magnetic Control Even With GlovesReliable Waterproofing To 100m Depth
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
Magnetic Ring May Be Accidentally Activated Near MagnetsRelatively Short Turbo Runtime Before Stepdown
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