Comparison Console
Nitecore EDC29 vs Nitecore TM9K TAC
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 27% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K TAC stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC29 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$109.95Cheapest
US$173Most expensive
Weight
160 g (5.64 oz)Lightest
218.5 g (7.71 oz)Heaviest
Length
134 mm (5.28 in)Longest
125 mm (4.92 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
6500 lmLowest output
9800 lmHighest output
Max candela
40230 cdHighest candela
19800 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
400 m (1312 ft)Highest
280 m (919 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3660 minLongest runtime
3600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 2500 mAh Li-ion battery
21700 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
USB-C charging port (cable included)
USB-C, QC supported
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP54
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
High strength stainless steel body with PVD titanium coating and carbon fiber reinforced polymer frame
Aero grade aluminum alloy, HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Tactical useSearch and rescuePersonal defenseSecurity patrolLaw enforcementEmergency lighting
Tactical applicationsSearch and rescueEmergency lightingEveryday carry (EDC)
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
Extremely bright maximum output: 9800 lumensDurable construction with military-grade anodized aluminumWaterproof to 2 meters submersionMultiple brightness modes and strobeTurboReady one-handed operationLong runtime especially at lower output levelsBuilt-in rechargeable battery with quick USB-C chargingLockout mode prevents accidental activation
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)
Relatively short impact resistance (1 meter) compared to some tactical modelsHeavy for EDC at over 200 gramsMaximum beam throw limited to about 280 meters
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