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Nitecore EDC35 vs ThruNite TC10 V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TC10 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC10 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 376% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC10 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC10 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC10 V3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 376% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC10 V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1207% 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$89.95Most expensive
US$66Cheapest
Weight
171 g (6.03 oz)Heaviest
168 g (5.93 oz)Lightest
Length
124.3 mm (4.89 in)Shortest
159 mm (6.26 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
1050 lmLowest output
Max candela
75700 cdHighest candela
27232 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
550 m (1804 ft)Highest
330 m (1083 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
5400 minShortest runtime
70560 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 21700 Li-ion 6000mAh battery
1 x 18650 rechargeable lithium ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro USB charging port, 5V 1A
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX-8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
7075-T6 military-grade aluminum alloy, HA III hard-anodized finish
Aircraft grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical EDCSecurity patrolLaw enforcementSearch and rescuePersonal defenseEmergency lighting
Tactical useEveryday carryOutdoor activitiesBushcraftWeaponlight
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
Robust, heavy-duty aircraft grade aluminum bodyGood mode spacing and runtime without stepdownIncludes quality rechargeable 18650 battery and internal chargingIntense hotspot with tight beam and long throw (330 m)Convenient dual switch interface and battery indication
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
Heavyweight compared to smaller modelsRelatively large head sizeLimited impact resistance to 1 meter
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