Nitecore E4K vs Nitecore EDC15 size comparison
The Nitecore EDC15 is 6 mm (0.24 in) shorter than the Nitecore E4K, and 1 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore EDC15 is 6 mm (0.24 in) shorter than the Nitecore E4K, and 1 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore E4K Check price ↗ | Nitecore EDC15 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 117 mm (4.61 in) | 111 mm (4.37 in)−6 mm |
| Head / width | 29 mm (1.14 in) | 28 mm (1.10 in)−1 mm |
| Body | 26 mm (1.02 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 16 mm (0.63 in) |
| Weight | 80 g listed | 85 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | Built-in |
| Max output | 4,400 lm | 1,200 lm |
| Throw | 211 m | 208 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | not verified yet | $75.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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E4K vs EDC15: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC15 is the shorter light: 111 mm (4.37 in) against 117 mm (4.61 in), a difference of 6 mm (5%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC15 is 1 mm slimmer (28 vs 29 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore E4K: 80 g listed; Nitecore EDC15: 85 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore E4K is rated brighter: 4,400 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Nitecore EDC15, 267% more. For beam distance the Nitecore E4K reaches further: 211 m vs 208 m rated throw (1% more).
Battery
The Nitecore E4K runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore EDC15 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Nitecore E4K lets you swap in a charged spare.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore E4K if you want more output (4,400 lm vs 1,200 lm) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore EDC15 if you want a shorter light (6 mm shorter) 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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E4K vs EDC15 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore E4K or the Nitecore EDC15?
The Nitecore EDC15 is the shorter light: 111 mm (4.37 in) against 117 mm (4.61 in), a difference of 6 mm (5%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC15 is 1 mm slimmer (28 vs 29 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore E4K: 80 g listed; Nitecore EDC15: 85 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore E4K or the Nitecore EDC15?
The Nitecore E4K is rated brighter: 4,400 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Nitecore EDC15, 267% more. For beam distance the Nitecore E4K reaches further: 211 m vs 208 m rated throw (1% more).
Do the Nitecore E4K and Nitecore EDC15 use the same battery?
The Nitecore E4K runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore EDC15 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Nitecore E4K lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Nitecore E4K: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. No verified price yet.
- Nitecore EDC15: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $75.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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