Nitecore EDC09 vs Nitecore EDC23 size comparison

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The Nitecore EDC23 is 5.1 mm (0.20 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC09, and 1 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.

Nitecore EDC09 · 108 mmNitecore EDC23 · 102.9 mmPhoto: NitecorePhoto: Nitecore

Nitecore EDC23: Photo: Nitecore · Image policy

The Nitecore EDC23 is 5.1 mm (0.20 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC09, and 1 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Nitecore EDC09
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Nitecore EDC23
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Length108 mm (4.25 in)102.9 mm (4.05 in)−5.1 mm
Head / width34 mm (1.34 in)33 mm (1.30 in)−1 mm
Thickness24 mm (0.94 in)22.6 mm (0.89 in)−1.4 mm
Weight114 g listed101 g with battery
BatteryBuilt-inBuilt-in
Max output1,600 lm2,500 lm
Throw153 m—
TypeEDCEDC
Price$69.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$74.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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Listed L-4.05" x W-1.30" x H-0.89", 3.56 oz; converted

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EDC09 vs EDC23: how they differ

Size and weight

The Nitecore EDC23 is the shorter light: 102.9 mm (4.05 in) against 108 mm (4.25 in), a difference of 5.1 mm (5%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC23 is 1 mm slimmer (33 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC09: 114 g listed; Nitecore EDC23: 101 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Nitecore EDC23 is rated brighter: 2,500 lm maximum vs 1,600 lm for the Nitecore EDC09, 56% more.

Battery

Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC09 was $69.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore EDC23 $74.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Nitecore EDC09 cost $5.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Type

Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a flat body.

Which should you buy?

Choose the Nitecore EDC23 if you want a shorter light (5.1 mm shorter) and more output (2,500 lm vs 1,600 lm). On the specs we track, the Nitecore EDC23 is ahead or level everywhere; the Nitecore EDC09 makes sense mainly if its price, interface or a feature we don't track suits you better. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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EDC09 vs EDC23 FAQ

Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC09 or the Nitecore EDC23?

The Nitecore EDC23 is the shorter light: 102.9 mm (4.05 in) against 108 mm (4.25 in), a difference of 5.1 mm (5%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC23 is 1 mm slimmer (33 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC09: 114 g listed; Nitecore EDC23: 101 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC09 or the Nitecore EDC23?

The Nitecore EDC23 is rated brighter: 2,500 lm maximum vs 1,600 lm for the Nitecore EDC09, 56% more.

Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC09 or the Nitecore EDC23?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC09 was $69.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore EDC23 $74.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Nitecore EDC09 cost $5.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Nitecore EDC09 and Nitecore EDC23 use the same battery?

Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.

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