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Nitecore EDC35 vs Nitecore EDC37
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 111% 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$89.95Cheapest
US$140Most expensive
Weight
171 g (6.03 oz)Lightest
199 g (7.02 oz)Heaviest
Length
124.3 mm (4.89 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmLowest output
8000 lmHighest output
Max candela
75700 cdHighest candela
44010 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
550 m (1804 ft)Highest
420 m (1378 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
5400 minShortest runtime
11400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 21700 Li-ion 6000mAh battery
Built-in Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C fast charging (18W)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IP54
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
7075-T6 military-grade aluminum alloy, HA III hard-anodized finish
Stainless steel with PVD coating and carbon fiber reinforced polymer frame with aluminum heat dissipation plate
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical EDCSecurity patrolLaw enforcementSearch and rescuePersonal defenseEmergency lighting
Tactical EDCSecurity patrolLaw enforcementSearch and rescuePersonal defenseEmergency lighting
Common praise
Extremely high brightness output for its sizeLong beam distance with strong throw (550 meters)Versatile lighting modes including momentary tactical modesBuilt-in 6000mAh battery with USB-C charging and battery level indicatorsRobust build quality with military-grade materials and high waterproof ratingUseful locking switch to prevent accidental activationGood thermal regulation to prevent overheating
High maximum brightness for compact sizeUseful OLED real-time display with mode, brightness, battery and runtime infoPhysical lockout switch prevents accidental activationGood output regulation with temperature managementSolid build quality with tactical designFast USB-C charging with large built-in batteryMultiple usable modes including flood and spotlight
Common complaints
Internal non-removable battery may be a downside for some usersInitial difficulty in activating without triggering momentary modesLUMIN SHIELD and SEARCH modes are momentary onlyRuntime on highest steady mode is limited due to thermal step-downLack of high CRI or warmer color temperature LEDs
IP54 rating lower than typical IP67/IP68 for full waterproof useBattery is not user replaceableMomentary high output duration limited by thermal regulation
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