Fenix E08R UE vs Nitecore EDC35 size comparison
The Nitecore EDC35 is 4.8 mm (0.19 in) shorter than the Fenix E08R UE, and 0.8 mm wider at its widest point. It is 53 g heavier (with battery).
The Nitecore EDC35 is 4.8 mm (0.19 in) shorter than the Fenix E08R UE, and 0.8 mm wider at its widest point. It is 53 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix E08R UE Check price ↗ | Nitecore EDC35 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 129 mm (5.08 in) | 124.2 mm (4.89 in)−4.8 mm |
| Head / width | 31 mm (1.22 in) | 31.8 mm (1.25 in)+0.8 mm |
| Body | — | 25.9 mm (1.02 in) |
| Thickness | 18 mm (0.71 in) | — |
| Weight | 125 g with battery | 178 g with battery+53 g |
| Battery | Built-in | 21700 |
| Max output | 1,600 lm | 5,000 lm |
| Throw | 160 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $84.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 31.0 mm wide x 18.0 mm thick | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed 4.89" / head 1.25" / tube 1.02", 6.28 oz with clip; converted |
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E08R UE vs EDC35: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC35 is the shorter light: 124.2 mm (4.89 in) against 129 mm (5.08 in), a difference of 4.8 mm (4%). At its widest point the Fenix E08R UE is 0.8 mm slimmer (31 vs 31.8 mm). The Fenix E08R UE is 53 g lighter (125 g vs 178 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC35 is rated brighter: 5,000 lm maximum vs 1,600 lm for the Fenix E08R UE, 213% more.
Battery
The Fenix E08R UE runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Nitecore EDC35 runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Nitecore EDC35 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E08R UE was $84.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore EDC35 $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Fenix E08R UE cost $5.00 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 Fenix E08R UE if you want less weight (53 g lighter) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Nitecore EDC35 if you want a shorter light (4.8 mm shorter), more output (5,000 lm vs 1,600 lm) and a removable cell you can swap. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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E08R UE vs EDC35 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix E08R UE or the Nitecore EDC35?
The Nitecore EDC35 is the shorter light: 124.2 mm (4.89 in) against 129 mm (5.08 in), a difference of 4.8 mm (4%). At its widest point the Fenix E08R UE is 0.8 mm slimmer (31 vs 31.8 mm). The Fenix E08R UE is 53 g lighter (125 g vs 178 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix E08R UE or the Nitecore EDC35?
The Nitecore EDC35 is rated brighter: 5,000 lm maximum vs 1,600 lm for the Fenix E08R UE, 213% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix E08R UE or the Nitecore EDC35?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E08R UE was $84.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore EDC35 $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Fenix E08R UE cost $5.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix E08R UE and Nitecore EDC35 use the same battery?
The Fenix E08R UE runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Nitecore EDC35 runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Nitecore EDC35 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix E08R UE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $84.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore EDC35: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Price $89.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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