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Nitecore EDC29 vs Nitecore SRT6i
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 210% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 210% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 15% 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$109.95Cheapest
US$145.49Most expensive
Weight
160 g (5.64 oz)Lightest
167 g (5.89 oz)Heaviest
Length
134 mm (5.28 in)Shortest
163 mm (6.42 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
6500 lmHighest output
2100 lmLowest output
Max candela
40230 cdLowest candela
65200 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
400 m (1312 ft)Lowest
510 m (1673 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3660 minShortest runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 2500 mAh Li-ion battery
1x21700i Li-ion (NL2150HPi 5000mAh), 2xCR123, 2xRCR123/16340
Charging type
USB-C charging port (cable included)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP54
IP68
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; strike bezel with high strength silicon nitride ceramics
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Tactical UseSearch And RescuePersonal DefenseSecurity PatrolLaw EnforcementEmergency Lighting
Tactical UseLong Range SearchlightLaw EnforcementHunting
Common praise
Extremely High Maximum Brightness Output For Its SizeVersatile Beam Modes Including Flood And SpotlightQuick USB C Charging With Built In BatteryDurable Stainless Steel And Carbon Fiber ConstructionUseful Oled Display Showing Lumens, Runtime, And Battery StatusDedicated Turbo/strobe Button And Quick Access ModesEffective Lockout Switch To Prevent Accidental ActivationLong Runtime On Low Modes
Intuitive No Nonsense User Interface With Rotary Selector RingImpressive Long Throw And Beam IntensitySolid Build Quality With Durable MaterialsIntegrated USB C Charging With Included Proprietary BatteryTactical Features Such As Strobe Ready Mode And Lockout
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 ModeRelatively Heavy For A Flat EDC LightOled Screen May Be Prone To ScratchingRestrictive Internal Battery (not User Replaceable)
Large Head Size Makes Pocket Carry InconvenientRequires Proprietary Battery Which Limits Standard Battery Use
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