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Nitecore EDC23 vs Nitecore EDC35

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

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Nitecore EDC23 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Nitecore EDC23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Nitecore EDC23 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore EDC23 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Nitecore EDC23 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 131% 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 EDC23 — Beam distance: 280 m (919 ft)Nitecore EDC23 — Max candela: 20720 cdNitecore EDC23 — Weight: 101 g (3.56 oz)Nitecore EDC23 — Length: 102.8 mm (4.05 in)Nitecore EDC23 — Retail price: US$75Nitecore EDC23 — Max lumens: 2500 lmNitecore EDC35 — Beam distance: 550 m (1804 ft)Nitecore EDC35 — Max candela: 75700 cdNitecore EDC35 — Weight: 171 g (6.03 oz)Nitecore EDC35 — Length: 124.3 mm (4.89 in)Nitecore EDC35 — Retail price: US$89.95Nitecore EDC35 — Max lumens: 5000 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$75Cheapest
US$89.95Most expensive
Weight
101 g (3.56 oz)Lightest
171 g (6.03 oz)Heaviest
Length
102.8 mm (4.05 in)Shortest
124.3 mm (4.89 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
20720 cdLowest candela
75700 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
280 m (919 ft)Lowest
550 m (1804 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2340 minShortest runtime
5400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 1500mAh Li-ion battery
Built-in 21700 Li-ion 6000mAh battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP54
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
High strength stainless steel body with PVD titanium coating, carbon fiber reinforced polymer frame, aluminum heat dissipation plate
7075-T6 military-grade aluminum alloy, HA III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Tactical applicationsSecurity patrolLaw enforcementNight searchPersonal defenseEmergency lighting
Tactical EDCSecurity patrolLaw enforcementSearch and rescuePersonal defenseEmergency lighting
Common praise
Compact and lightweight design suitable for pocket carryPowerful output of up to 2500 lumens with good beam throwOLED display showing brightness, battery, and runtimeFast USB-C charging with 1.5 hour full charge timeDedicated Turbo and Strobe switches for tactical useDual lock modes to prevent accidental activation
Extremely high brightness output for its sizeLong beam distance with strong throw (550 meters)Versatile lighting modes including momentary tactical modesBuilt-in 6000mAh battery with USB-C charging and battery level indicatorsRobust build quality with military-grade materials and high waterproof ratingUseful locking switch to prevent accidental activationGood thermal regulation to prevent overheating
Common complaints
No true moonlight mode; lowest output is around 14-15 lumensOnly IP54 rated, not suitable for heavy water exposureBody finish prone to smudge and easy to markHeavier and denser due to stainless steel, less preferred by some usersMode interface complexity with strobe access sometimes accidental
Internal non-removable battery may be a downside for some usersInitial difficulty in activating without triggering momentary modesLUMIN SHIELD and SEARCH modes are momentary onlyRuntime on highest steady mode is limited due to thermal step-downLack of high CRI or warmer color temperature LEDs

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