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Nitecore EDC35 vs Olight Odin Mini
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Odin Mini stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Odin Mini stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Odin Mini stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Odin Mini stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1425% 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$97.99Most expensive
Weight
171 g (6.03 oz)Lightest
175.76 g (6.20 oz)Heaviest
Length
124.3 mm (4.89 in)Longest
115.57 mm (4.55 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
1250 lmLowest output
Max candela
75700 cdHighest candela
14400 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
550 m (1804 ft)Highest
240 m (787 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
5400 minLongest runtime
354 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 21700 Li-ion 6000mAh battery
18500 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
Magnetic USB charging cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
7075-T6 military-grade aluminum alloy, HA III hard-anodized finish
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical EDCSecurity patrolLaw enforcementSearch and rescuePersonal defenseEmergency lighting
Weapon mountingLong gun applicationsForce on force trainingScout light for range useClose quarters battle (CQB) scenarios
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 lumen and candela output for its sizeCompact and lightweight for weapon mountingInnovative lockable magnetic remote switchTemperature regulated output to prevent overheatingIncludes M-LOK mount compatible with Picatinny railsIntegrated vibration low battery warning
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
Pressure switch does not allow momentary on/off with quick press-releaseHot spot beam is not as tightly focused for extreme long range
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