Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 700% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
SureFire P3X Fury stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
SureFire P3X Fury stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
SureFire P3X Fury stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 700% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
SureFire P3X Fury stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7500% 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.
Compatible with 3.2V rechargeable lithium-phosphate batteries (LFP123A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP54
Unknown
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Stainless steel with PVD coating and carbon fiber reinforced polymer frame with aluminum heat dissipation plate
Type-III anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Tactical EDC▣Security patrol▣Law enforcement▣Search and rescue▣Personal defense▣Emergency lighting
▣Backup light▣Search light▣Users needing both higher output and longer runtime
Common praise
✓High maximum brightness for compact size✓Useful OLED real-time display with mode, brightness, battery and runtime info✓Physical lockout switch prevents accidental activation✓Good output regulation with temperature management✓Solid build quality with tactical design✓Fast USB-C charging with large built-in battery✓Multiple usable modes including flood and spotlight
✓High maximum output of 1000 lumens✓Dual output modes with regulated extended runtime✓Durable type-III anodized aluminum body✓Lifetime limited warranty
Common complaints
⚠IP54 rating lower than typical IP67/IP68 for full waterproof use⚠Battery is not user replaceable⚠Momentary high output duration limited by thermal regulation
⚠Non-tactical UI with low mode first⚠Relatively expensive⚠Some users prefer knurled finish over finger notches