Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
ThruNite TT10 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
ThruNite TT10 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite TT10 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite TT10 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 144% 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.
7075-T6 military-grade aluminum alloy, HA III hard-anodized finish
Aircraft grade aluminum, type III anodized
Use case profile
Best for
▣Tactical EDC▣Security Patrol▣Law Enforcement▣Search And Rescue▣Personal Defense▣Emergency Lighting
▣Tactical Use▣Professional Use▣Everyday Carry For Users Requiring High Output
Common praise
✓Extremely High Brightness Output For Its Size✓Long Beam Distance With Strong Throw (550 Meters)✓Versatile Lighting Modes Including Momentary Tactical Modes✓Built In 6000mah Battery With USB C Charging And Battery Level Indicators✓Robust Build Quality With Military Grade Materials And High Waterproof Rating✓Useful Locking Switch To Prevent Accidental Activation✓Good Thermal Regulation To Prevent Overheating
✓High Maximum Output With Good Sustained Brightness✓Onboard Charging With Reliable And Fast Micro USB✓Easy Access To Turbo And Strobe Via Tail Switches✓Good Build Quality And Materials✓Multiple Modes Including Firefly And Lockout✓Bright Locator LED For Finding The Light In The Dark
Common complaints
⚠Internal Non Removable Battery May Be A Downside For Some Users⚠Initial Difficulty In Activating Without Triggering Momentary Modes⚠Lumin Shield And Search Modes Are Momentary Only⚠Runtime On Highest Steady Mode Is Limited Due To Thermal Step Down⚠Lack Of High Cri Or Warmer Color Temperature Leds
⚠Output Measured Lower Than Manufacturer Specifications By Approximately 20 30%⚠Large Size And Head Diameter May Not Be Comfortable For All Carry Styles⚠Dual Tail Switch Layout May Feel Awkward Initially⚠No Full Mechanical Lockout; Side Switch Remains Active Even If Tailcap Loosened