Nitecore EDC23 vs Zebralight SC700d HI size comparison
The Zebralight SC700d HI is 3.1 mm (0.12 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC23, and 5.1 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Nitecore EDC23: Photo: Nitecore · Image policy
The Zebralight SC700d HI is 3.1 mm (0.12 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC23, and 5.1 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC23 Check price ↗ | Zebralight SC700d HI Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 102.9 mm (4.05 in) | 106 mm (4.17 in)+3.1 mm |
| Head / width | 33 mm (1.30 in) | 38.1 mm (1.50 in)+5.1 mm |
| Body | — | 28 mm (1.10 in) |
| Thickness | 22.6 mm (0.89 in) | — |
| Weight | 101 g with battery | 91 g without battery |
| Battery | Built-in | 21700 |
| Max output | 2,500 lm | — |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $74.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $139.00 at zebralight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-4.05" x W-1.30" x H-0.89", 3.56 oz; converted | zebralight.com sourced |
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EDC23 vs SC700d HI: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC23 is the shorter light: 102.9 mm (4.05 in) against 106 mm (4.17 in), a difference of 3.1 mm (3%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC23 is 5.1 mm slimmer (33 vs 38.1 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC23: 101 g with battery; Zebralight SC700d HI: 91 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC23 is rated at 2,500 lm; we have no published maximum for the Zebralight SC700d HI.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC23 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Zebralight SC700d HI runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Zebralight SC700d HI lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC23 was $74.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Zebralight SC700d HI $139.00 at zebralight.com, so the Nitecore EDC23 cost $64.05 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 EDC23 if you want a shorter light (3.1 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (5.1 mm narrower) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Zebralight SC700d HI if you want a removable cell you can swap. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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EDC23 vs SC700d HI FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC23 or the Zebralight SC700d HI?
The Nitecore EDC23 is the shorter light: 102.9 mm (4.05 in) against 106 mm (4.17 in), a difference of 3.1 mm (3%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC23 is 5.1 mm slimmer (33 vs 38.1 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC23: 101 g with battery; Zebralight SC700d HI: 91 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC23 or the Zebralight SC700d HI?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC23 was $74.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Zebralight SC700d HI $139.00 at zebralight.com, so the Nitecore EDC23 cost $64.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC23 and Zebralight SC700d HI use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC23 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Zebralight SC700d HI runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Zebralight SC700d HI lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Nitecore EDC23: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Photo from manufacturer: the maker's own product photo with the background removed, scaled to the published length and diameter (Photo: Nitecore; image policy). Price $74.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Zebralight SC700d HI: specs from Zebralight product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $139.00 from zebralight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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