Comparison Console
Nitecore EDC29 vs Olight Warrior Mini 2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight Warrior Mini 2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Warrior Mini 2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 271% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Warrior Mini 2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior Mini 2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior Mini 2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 271% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior Mini 2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1670% 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$109.95Most expensive
US$108Cheapest
Weight
160 g (5.64 oz)Heaviest
122 g (4.30 oz)Lightest
Length
134 mm (5.28 in)Longest
118 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
6500 lmHighest output
1750 lmLowest output
Max candela
40230 cdHighest candela
12300 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
400 m (1312 ft)Highest
220 m (722 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3660 minShortest runtime
64800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 2500 mAh Li-ion battery
Customized 3500mAh 3.6V 18650 Rechargeable Battery
Charging type
USB-C charging port (cable included)
Magnetic USB (MCC3) charging cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP54
IPX8 (underwater 1 meter)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 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 UseSearch And RescuePersonal DefenseSecurity PatrolLaw EnforcementEmergency Lighting
EDC CarryTactical UseSearch And RescueUnderwater Use
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
Very Bright Output With Balanced BeamCompact Size And Comfortable GripLong Runtime Especially On Low ModesSmart Proximity Sensor To Prevent OverheatingMagnetic Charging Cable Is ConvenientDurable With Ipx8 Waterproof And 1.5m Impact Resistance
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)
Magnet Does Not Hold Securely At 90 Degree Mounting Angle Causing TippingLockout Mode Disables Tactical Tail Switch Which May Be Inconvenient
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