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Nitecore EDC29 vs Nitecore P20i

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

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Nitecore P20i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 261% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Nitecore P20i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Nitecore P20i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore P20i stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 261% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Nitecore P20i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 61% 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 EDC29 — Beam distance: 400 m (1312 ft)Nitecore EDC29 — Max candela: 40230 cdNitecore EDC29 — Weight: 160 g (5.64 oz)Nitecore EDC29 — Length: 134 mm (5.28 in)Nitecore EDC29 — Retail price: US$109.95Nitecore EDC29 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Nitecore P20i — Beam distance: 337 m (1106 ft)Nitecore P20i — Max candela: 28500 cdNitecore P20i — Weight: 124 g (4.37 oz)Nitecore P20i — Length: 151 mm (5.94 in)Nitecore P20i — Retail price: US$116Nitecore P20i — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$109.95Cheapest
US$116Most expensive
Weight
160 g (5.64 oz)Heaviest
124 g (4.37 oz)Lightest
Length
134 mm (5.28 in)Shortest
151 mm (5.94 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
6500 lmHighest output
1800 lmLowest output
Max candela
40230 cdHighest candela
28500 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
400 m (1312 ft)Highest
337 m (1106 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3660 minLongest runtime
2280 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 2500 mAh Li-ion battery
Rechargeable 21700 Li-ion battery (Nitecore 21700 i-series NL2140i 4000mAh)
Charging type
USB-C charging port (cable included)
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
High strength stainless steel body with PVD titanium coating and carbon fiber reinforced polymer frame
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Tactical Use▣Search And Rescue▣Personal Defense▣Security Patrol▣Law Enforcement▣Emergency Lighting
▣Hunting▣Law Enforcement▣Military▣Professional Inspection And Detection▣Outdoor Activities▣EDC Tactical Use
Common praise
✓Extremely High Maximum Brightness Output For Its Size✓Versatile Beam Modes Including Flood And Spotlight✓Quick USB C Charging With Built In Battery✓Durable Stainless Steel And Carbon Fiber Construction✓Useful Oled Display Showing Lumens, Runtime, And Battery Status✓Dedicated Turbo/strobe Button And Quick Access Modes✓Effective Lockout Switch To Prevent Accidental Activation✓Long Runtime On Low Modes
✓High Brightness Suitable For Tactical And Outdoor Use✓Dual White And Uv Light For Detection And Inspection✓Rechargeable With USB C And Included 21700 Battery✓Compact Yet Robust Build With Aircraft Grade Aluminum✓Good Impact Resistance And Waterproof Rating
Common complaints
⚠Limited Water Resistance With Ip54 Rating (not Fully Waterproof)⚠No True Moonlight Mode (lowest Mode Is 13 15 Lumens)⚠Output Steps Lack A Very Low Moonlight Level Mode⚠Relatively Heavy For A Flat EDC Light⚠Oled Screen May Be Prone To Scratching⚠Restrictive Internal Battery (not User Replaceable)
⚠Relatively Heavy And Large For Pocket EDC⚠Higher Price Point Compared To Basic Models⚠Might Have Complex Modes For Casual Users

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