Nitecore EDC15 vs Nitecore EDC33 size comparison
The Nitecore EDC33 is 4.6 mm (0.18 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC15, and 2.6 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore EDC33 is 4.6 mm (0.18 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC15, and 2.6 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC15 Check price ↗ | Nitecore EDC33 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 111 mm (4.37 in) | 115.6 mm (4.55 in)+4.6 mm |
| Head / width | 28 mm (1.10 in) | 25.4 mm (1.00 in)−2.6 mm |
| Body | — | 24 mm (0.94 in) |
| Thickness | 16 mm (0.63 in) | — |
| Weight | 85 g listed | 121 g with battery |
| Battery | Built-in | 18650 (built-in) |
| Max output | 1,200 lm | 4,000 lm |
| Throw | 208 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $75.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $69.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | charger.nitecore.com sourced 127 g with clip |
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EDC15 vs EDC33: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC15 is the shorter light: 111 mm (4.37 in) against 115.6 mm (4.55 in), a difference of 4.6 mm (4%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC33 is 2.6 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 28 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC15: 85 g listed; Nitecore EDC33: 121 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC33 is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Nitecore EDC15, 233% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC15 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Nitecore EDC33 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery (18650).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC15 was $75.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore EDC33 $69.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore EDC33 cost $6.00 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 EDC15 if you want a shorter light (4.6 mm shorter). Choose the Nitecore EDC33 if you want a slimmer profile (2.6 mm narrower) and more output (4,000 lm vs 1,200 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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EDC15 vs EDC33 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC15 or the Nitecore EDC33?
The Nitecore EDC15 is the shorter light: 111 mm (4.37 in) against 115.6 mm (4.55 in), a difference of 4.6 mm (4%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC33 is 2.6 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 28 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC15: 85 g listed; Nitecore EDC33: 121 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC15 or the Nitecore EDC33?
The Nitecore EDC33 is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Nitecore EDC15, 233% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC15 or the Nitecore EDC33?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC15 was $75.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore EDC33 $69.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore EDC33 cost $6.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC15 and Nitecore EDC33 use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC15 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Nitecore EDC33 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery (18650).
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Sources
- Nitecore EDC15: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $75.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore EDC33: specs from Nitecore product page (manufacturer). Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $69.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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