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Nitecore EDC27 UHi vs Nitecore P20i
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 45% 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$89.95Cheapest
US$116Most expensive
Weight
122 g (4.30 oz)Lightest
124 g (4.37 oz)Heaviest
Length
Unknown
151 mm (5.94 in)
Output
Max lumens
3100 lmHighest output
1800 lmLowest output
Max candela
23500 cdLowest candela
28500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
305 m (1001 ft)Lowest
337 m (1106 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3300 minLongest runtime
2280 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 1700mAh Li-ion
Rechargeable 21700 Li-ion battery (Nitecore 21700 i-series NL2140i 4000mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP54
IP68 (waterproof, submersible up to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Stainless steel body with PVD titanium coating and carbon fiber composite frame
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Ultra-slim tactical EDC useOutdoor activitiesProfessional use
HuntingLaw EnforcementMilitaryProfessional inspection and detectionOutdoor activitiesEDC tactical use
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
High brightness suitable for tactical and outdoor useDual white and UV light for detection and inspectionRechargeable with USB-C and included 21700 batteryCompact yet robust build with aircraft-grade aluminumGood impact resistance and waterproof rating
Common complaints
Length and diameter dimensions not providedRuntime varies by mode but maximum runtime only specified for lowest mode
Relatively heavy and large for pocket EDCHigher price point compared to basic modelsMight have complex modes for casual users
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