Nitecore EDC25 vs Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB size comparison
The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 5.8 mm (0.23 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC25, and 4.6 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 21 g heavier (with battery).
The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 5.8 mm (0.23 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC25, and 4.6 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 21 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC25 Check price ↗ | Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 136.4 mm (5.37 in) | 130.6 mm (5.14 in)−5.8 mm |
| Head / width | 31.5 mm (1.24 in) | 26.9 mm (1.06 in)−4.6 mm |
| Body | — | 23.9 mm (0.94 in) |
| Thickness | 21.3 mm (0.84 in) | — |
| Weight | 104 g with battery | 125 g with battery+21 g |
| Battery | Built-in | 18650 / 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $74.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $83.05 at batteryjunction.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 | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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EDC25 vs ProTac 2L-X USB: how they differ
Size and weight
The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is the shorter light: 130.6 mm (5.14 in) against 136.4 mm (5.37 in), a difference of 5.8 mm (4%). At its widest point the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 4.6 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 31.5 mm). The Nitecore EDC25 is 21 g lighter (104 g vs 125 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC25 is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB, 500% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC25 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. Only the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB 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 Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB $83.05 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore EDC25 cost $8.10 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 less weight (21 g lighter), more output (3,000 lm vs 500 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB if you want a shorter light (5.8 mm shorter), 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 ProTac 2L-X USB FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC25 or the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB?
The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is the shorter light: 130.6 mm (5.14 in) against 136.4 mm (5.37 in), a difference of 5.8 mm (4%). At its widest point the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 4.6 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 31.5 mm). The Nitecore EDC25 is 21 g lighter (104 g vs 125 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC25 or the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB?
The Nitecore EDC25 is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB, 500% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC25 or the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC25 was $74.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB $83.05 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore EDC25 cost $8.10 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC25 and Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC25 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. Only the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Nitecore EDC25: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Price $74.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $83.05 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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