Comparison Console
Nitecore EDC23 vs Wuben TO40R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben TO40R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 108% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EDC23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben TO40R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben TO40R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC23 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben TO40R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 108% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC23 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben TO40R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 221% 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
US$75Cheapest
US$76.13Most expensive
Weight
101 g (3.56 oz)Heaviest
93 g (3.28 oz)Lightest
Length
102.8 mm (4.05 in)Shortest
130.2 mm (5.13 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
20720 cdHighest candela
12108 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
280 m (919 ft)Highest
220 m (722 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2340 minShortest runtime
7500 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 1500mAh Li-ion battery
1*18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2*CR123A batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP54
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
High strength stainless steel body with PVD titanium coating, carbon fiber reinforced polymer frame, aluminum heat dissipation plate
Aerospace aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Tactical applicationsSecurity patrolLaw enforcementNight searchPersonal defenseEmergency lighting
EDCOutdoor useCampingGeneral purpose 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
Good max brightness of 1200 lumensLong beam distance of 220 metersIP68 waterproof ratingDual side switches for convenient operationMicro-USB charging with battery status indicatorLightweight at 93 gramsIncluded 18650 rechargeable battery and accessories
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
Clip is not deep carry and allows light to stick out when clippedHolster material is stiff and can be tricky to use with USB cable stored insideNo explicit max candela or information about beam tint in sources
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