Comparison Console
Nitecore EDC27 UHi vs Nitecore LA30
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore LA30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore LA30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1140% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore LA30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 125% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LA30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LA30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1140% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LA30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2% 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$89.95Most expensive
US$39.95Cheapest
Weight
122 g (4.30 oz)Heaviest
117 g (4.13 oz)Lightest
Length
Unknown
75.2 mm (2.96 in)
Output
Max lumens
3100 lmHighest output
250 lmLowest output
Max candela
23500 cdHighest candela
96 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
305 m (1001 ft)Highest
19.6 m (64 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3300 minShortest runtime
3360 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 1700mAh Li-ion
Built-in 3.7V 1800mAh Li-ion rechargeable battery or 2 AA batteries (alkaline or NiMH)
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro-USB charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP54
IP66
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Stainless steel body with PVD titanium coating and carbon fiber composite frame
Polycarbonate (body)
Use case profile
Best for
Ultra-slim tactical EDC useOutdoor activitiesProfessional use
CampingFishingEmergency lightingGeneral outdoor useHands-free lighting
Common praise
Bright 3100 lumens outputLong 305 meter beam throwCompact and lightweight design at 122gInformative OLED displayDurable stainless steel construction with titanium coatingUSB-C fast rechargeable battery with long runtime up to 55 hours
Dual power options provide versatility and reliable backupHigh CRI LEDs offer good color rendering and reduce eye strainLong runtime up to 56 hours on lowIP66 rating provides good water and dust resistanceCompact size with magnetic base and hanging loop for versatile placementGood battery charge indication and advanced power cut-off for battery preservation
Common complaints
Length and diameter dimensions not providedRuntime varies by mode but maximum runtime only specified for lowest mode
Size and weight not ideal for backpackingCharging port does not charge AA batteries if installedNo way to disable bright green charge complete indicator light
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