Nitecore EDC25 vs Nitecore MH12 Pro size comparison
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is 2 mm (0.08 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC25, and 4.6 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Nitecore EDC25: Photo: Nitecore · Image policy
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is 2 mm (0.08 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC25, and 4.6 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC25 Check price ↗ | Nitecore MH12 Pro Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 136.4 mm (5.37 in) | 138.4 mm (5.45 in)+2 mm |
| Head / width | 31.5 mm (1.24 in) | 26.9 mm (1.06 in)−4.6 mm |
| Body | — | 25.9 mm (1.02 in) |
| Thickness | 21.3 mm (0.84 in) | — |
| Weight | 104 g with battery | 82 g listed (battery unspecified) |
| Battery | Built-in | 21700 |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | 3,300 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $74.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.37" x W-1.24" x H-0.84", 3.67 oz; converted | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.45" x W-1.02" x H-1.06" (head 1.06", body 1.02"), 2.89 oz; converted |
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EDC25 vs MH12 Pro: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC25 is the shorter light: 136.4 mm (5.37 in) against 138.4 mm (5.45 in), a difference of 2 mm (1%). At its widest point the Nitecore MH12 Pro is 4.6 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 31.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC25: 104 g with battery; Nitecore MH12 Pro: 82 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Nitecore EDC25, 10% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC25 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Nitecore MH12 Pro runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Nitecore MH12 Pro lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC25 was $74.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Nitecore MH12 Pro $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Nitecore EDC25 cost $15.00 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 EDC25 if you want a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Nitecore MH12 Pro if you want a slimmer profile (4.6 mm narrower) and 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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EDC25 vs MH12 Pro FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC25 or the Nitecore MH12 Pro?
The Nitecore EDC25 is the shorter light: 136.4 mm (5.37 in) against 138.4 mm (5.45 in), a difference of 2 mm (1%). At its widest point the Nitecore MH12 Pro is 4.6 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 31.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC25: 104 g with battery; Nitecore MH12 Pro: 82 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC25 or the Nitecore MH12 Pro?
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Nitecore EDC25, 10% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC25 or the Nitecore MH12 Pro?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC25 was $74.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Nitecore MH12 Pro $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Nitecore EDC25 cost $15.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC25 and Nitecore MH12 Pro use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC25 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Nitecore MH12 Pro runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Nitecore MH12 Pro lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Nitecore EDC25: 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.
- Nitecore MH12 Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $89.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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