Nitecore P20iX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% 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 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 474% 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.
1 x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion battery or 2 x CR123A non-rechargeable batteries
Charging type
USB-C charging port (cable included)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP54
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
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
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish, silicon nitride ceramic inlays in strike bezel
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Tactical Use▣Search And Rescue▣Personal Defense▣Security Patrol▣Law Enforcement▣Emergency Lighting
▣Flood Illumination▣Everyday Carry▣Tactical And Law Enforcement Use▣Outdoor, Tactical, Maritime Applications
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 Output And Excellent Flood Illumination✓Long Runtime At Various Brightness Levels✓Durable Build With Waterproof And Impact Resistance✓User Friendly Interface With Multiple Modes And Quick Strobe Access✓Included High Capacity 21700 Battery And USB C Charging
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)
⚠Slightly Longer Length May Not Suit Shallow Pockets For Compact EDC Use