Nitecore EDC09 vs Nitecore MH15 size comparison

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The Nitecore MH15 is 9 mm (0.35 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC09, and 4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.

Nitecore EDC09 · 108 mmNitecore MH15 · 117 mm

The Nitecore MH15 is 9 mm (0.35 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC09, and 4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Nitecore EDC09
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Nitecore MH15
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Length108 mm (4.25 in)117 mm (4.61 in)+9 mm
Head / width34 mm (1.34 in)30 mm (1.18 in)−4 mm
Body—27 mm (1.06 in)
Thickness24 mm (0.94 in)—
Weight114 g listed140 g listed
BatteryBuilt-inBuilt-in
Max output1,600 lm2,000 lm
Throw153 m250 m
TypeEDCEDC
Price$69.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$59.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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EDC09 vs MH15: how they differ

Size and weight

The Nitecore EDC09 is the shorter light: 108 mm (4.25 in) against 117 mm (4.61 in), a difference of 9 mm (8%). At its widest point the Nitecore MH15 is 4 mm slimmer (30 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC09: 114 g listed; Nitecore MH15: 140 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Nitecore MH15 is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 1,600 lm for the Nitecore EDC09, 25% more. For beam distance the Nitecore MH15 reaches further: 250 m vs 153 m rated throw (63% 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 MH15 $59.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MH15 cost $10.00 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 Nitecore EDC09 if you want a shorter light (9 mm shorter). Choose the Nitecore MH15 if you want a slimmer profile (4 mm narrower), more output (2,000 lm vs 1,600 lm) and longer throw (250 m vs 153 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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EDC09 vs MH15 FAQ

Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC09 or the Nitecore MH15?

The Nitecore EDC09 is the shorter light: 108 mm (4.25 in) against 117 mm (4.61 in), a difference of 9 mm (8%). At its widest point the Nitecore MH15 is 4 mm slimmer (30 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC09: 114 g listed; Nitecore MH15: 140 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC09 or the Nitecore MH15?

The Nitecore MH15 is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 1,600 lm for the Nitecore EDC09, 25% more. For beam distance the Nitecore MH15 reaches further: 250 m vs 153 m rated throw (63% more).

Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC09 or the Nitecore MH15?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC09 was $69.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore MH15 $59.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MH15 cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Nitecore EDC09 and Nitecore MH15 use the same battery?

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

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