Fenix LD35R vs Nitecore EDC29 size comparison
The Nitecore EDC29 is 2.8 mm (0.11 in) shorter than the Fenix LD35R, and 0.5 mm wider at its widest point. It is 25 g lighter (with battery).
The Nitecore EDC29 is 2.8 mm (0.11 in) shorter than the Fenix LD35R, and 0.5 mm wider at its widest point. It is 25 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix LD35R Check price ↗ | Nitecore EDC29 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 136.4 mm (5.37 in) | 133.6 mm (5.26 in)−2.8 mm |
| Head / width | 34 mm (1.34 in) | 34.5 mm (1.36 in)+0.5 mm |
| Body | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 22.6 mm (0.89 in) |
| Weight | 185 g with battery | 160 g with battery−25 g |
| Battery | 18650 / 2x CR123A | Built-in |
| Max output | 1,800 lm | 6,500 lm |
| Throw | 337 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $89.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.26" x W-1.36" x H-0.89", 5.64 oz; converted |
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LD35R vs EDC29: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC29 is the shorter light: 133.6 mm (5.26 in) against 136.4 mm (5.37 in), a difference of 2.8 mm (2%). At its widest point the Fenix LD35R is 0.5 mm slimmer (34 vs 34.5 mm). The Nitecore EDC29 is 25 g lighter (160 g vs 185 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC29 is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 1,800 lm for the Fenix LD35R, 261% more.
Battery
The Fenix LD35R runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix LD35R lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LD35R was $89.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore EDC29 $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Fenix LD35R cost $20.00 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 LD35R if you want a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore EDC29 if you want less weight (25 g lighter), more output (6,500 lm vs 1,800 lm) and 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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LD35R vs EDC29 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix LD35R or the Nitecore EDC29?
The Nitecore EDC29 is the shorter light: 133.6 mm (5.26 in) against 136.4 mm (5.37 in), a difference of 2.8 mm (2%). At its widest point the Fenix LD35R is 0.5 mm slimmer (34 vs 34.5 mm). The Nitecore EDC29 is 25 g lighter (160 g vs 185 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix LD35R or the Nitecore EDC29?
The Nitecore EDC29 is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 1,800 lm for the Fenix LD35R, 261% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix LD35R or the Nitecore EDC29?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LD35R was $89.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore EDC29 $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Fenix LD35R cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix LD35R and Nitecore EDC29 use the same battery?
The Fenix LD35R runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix LD35R lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix LD35R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $89.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore EDC29: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Price $109.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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