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Nitecore EDC35 vs ThruNite TC10

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Command Brief

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ThruNite TC10 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 456% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC10 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Lightest

ThruNite TC10 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

ThruNite TC10 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 456% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

ThruNite TC10 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

ThruNite TC10 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 23% 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.

Nitecore EDC35 — Beam distance: 550 m (1804 ft)Nitecore EDC35 — Max candela: 75700 cdNitecore EDC35 — Weight: 171 g (6.03 oz)Nitecore EDC35 — Length: 124.3 mm (4.89 in)Nitecore EDC35 — Max lumens: 5000 lmNitecore EDC35 — Max runtime: 5400 minThruNite TC10 — Beam distance: 292 m (958 ft)ThruNite TC10 — Max candela: 20280 cdThruNite TC10 — Weight: 165 g (5.82 oz)ThruNite TC10 — Length: 153.5 mm (6.04 in)ThruNite TC10 — Max lumens: 900 lmThruNite TC10 — Max runtime: 6180 minBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthMax lumensMax runtime
Price & carry
Retail price
US$89.95
Unknown
Weight
171 g (6.03 oz)Heaviest
165 g (5.82 oz)Lightest
Length
124.3 mm (4.89 in)Shortest
153.5 mm (6.04 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
900 lmLowest output
Max candela
75700 cdHighest candela
20280 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
550 m (1804 ft)Highest
292 m (958 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
5400 minShortest runtime
6180 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 21700 Li-ion 6000mAh battery
1 x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB charging, 1A charging current
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX-8 (waterproof to 1.5 meters)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
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
Everyday carryUSB rechargeable convenienceExtended runtime useThermal regulated use
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 thermal regulation allowing 9 hours of high output without overheatingGood USB charging performance with no overcharge detectedReliable runtime exceeding factory specs with quality batteriesUser-friendly interface with memory function and mode varietyNo proprietary charging cables neededGood hotspot beam quality
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
USB port cover concerns for waterproofingLow battery indicator accuracy concernsCharging indicator color change is difficult to detectDoes not support 2xCR123 batteriesTailstand option is somewhat wobblyAnti-roll ring and pocket clip not preferred by some users

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