Emisar D4K vs Nitecore EDC23 size comparison

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The Nitecore EDC23 is about the same length as the Emisar D4K, and 5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.

Emisar D4K · 103 mmNitecore EDC23 · 102.9 mmPhoto: NitecorePhoto: Nitecore

Nitecore EDC23: Photo: Nitecore · Image policy

The Nitecore EDC23 is about the same length as the Emisar D4K, and 5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Emisar D4K
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Nitecore EDC23
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Length103 mm (4.06 in)102.9 mm (4.05 in)−0.1 mm
Head / width28 mm (1.10 in)33 mm (1.30 in)+5 mm
Body26.5 mm (1.04 in)—
Thickness—22.6 mm (0.89 in)
Weight58 g without battery101 g with battery
Battery21700Built-in
Max output—2,500 lm
Throw——
TypeEDCEDC
Price$39.69 at intl-outdoor.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$74.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
Sourceintl-outdoor.com sourced
Output depends on LED option
nitecorestore.com sourced
Listed L-4.05" x W-1.30" x H-0.89", 3.56 oz; converted

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D4K vs EDC23: how they differ

Size and weight

The Emisar D4K and Nitecore EDC23 are the same length to within half a millimetre (103 mm (4.06 in)). At its widest point the Emisar D4K is 5 mm slimmer (28 vs 33 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Emisar D4K: 58 g without battery; Nitecore EDC23: 101 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Nitecore EDC23 is rated at 2,500 lm; we have no published maximum for the Emisar D4K. Output for the Emisar D4K depends on the LED option chosen.

Battery

The Emisar D4K runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore EDC23 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Emisar D4K lets you swap in a charged spare.

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Emisar D4K was $39.69 at intl-outdoor.com and the Nitecore EDC23 $74.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Emisar D4K cost $35.26 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Type

Both are EDC lights in our catalog.

Which should you buy?

Choose the Emisar D4K if you want a slimmer profile (5 mm narrower) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore EDC23 if you want a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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D4K vs EDC23 FAQ

Which is smaller, the Emisar D4K or the Nitecore EDC23?

The Emisar D4K and Nitecore EDC23 are the same length to within half a millimetre (103 mm (4.06 in)). At its widest point the Emisar D4K is 5 mm slimmer (28 vs 33 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Emisar D4K: 58 g without battery; Nitecore EDC23: 101 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is cheaper, the Emisar D4K or the Nitecore EDC23?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Emisar D4K was $39.69 at intl-outdoor.com and the Nitecore EDC23 $74.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Emisar D4K cost $35.26 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Emisar D4K and Nitecore EDC23 use the same battery?

The Emisar D4K runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore EDC23 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Emisar D4K lets you swap in a charged spare.

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