Nitecore EDC25 vs ThruNite TN12 V6 size comparison

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The ThruNite TN12 V6 is 2.4 mm (0.09 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC25, and 4.5 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 · 136.4 mmThruNite TN12 V6 · 134 mm

The ThruNite TN12 V6 is 2.4 mm (0.09 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC25, and 4.5 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
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ThruNite TN12 V6
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Length136.4 mm (5.37 in)134 mm (5.28 in)−2.4 mm
Head / width31.5 mm (1.24 in)27 mm (1.06 in)−4.5 mm
Body—24 mm (0.94 in)
Thickness21.3 mm (0.84 in)—
Weight104 g with battery88 g listed (battery unspecified)
BatteryBuilt-in18650
Max output3,000 lm1,950 lm
Throw——
TypeEDCEDC
Price$74.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$39.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
Sourcenitecorestore.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 TN12 V6: how they differ

Size and weight

The ThruNite TN12 V6 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 136.4 mm (5.37 in), a difference of 2.4 mm (2%). At its widest point the ThruNite TN12 V6 is 4.5 mm slimmer (27 vs 31.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC25: 104 g with battery; ThruNite TN12 V6: 88 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Nitecore EDC25 is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 1,950 lm for the ThruNite TN12 V6, 54% more.

Battery

The Nitecore EDC25 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the ThruNite TN12 V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery. Only the ThruNite TN12 V6 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 ThruNite TN12 V6 $39.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TN12 V6 cost $34.96 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 more output (3,000 lm vs 1,950 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the ThruNite TN12 V6 if you want a slimmer profile (4.5 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 TN12 V6 FAQ

Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC25 or the ThruNite TN12 V6?

The ThruNite TN12 V6 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 136.4 mm (5.37 in), a difference of 2.4 mm (2%). At its widest point the ThruNite TN12 V6 is 4.5 mm slimmer (27 vs 31.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC25: 104 g with battery; ThruNite TN12 V6: 88 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC25 or the ThruNite TN12 V6?

The Nitecore EDC25 is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 1,950 lm for the ThruNite TN12 V6, 54% more.

Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC25 or the ThruNite TN12 V6?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC25 was $74.95 at nitecorestore.com and the ThruNite TN12 V6 $39.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TN12 V6 cost $34.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Nitecore EDC25 and ThruNite TN12 V6 use the same battery?

The Nitecore EDC25 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the ThruNite TN12 V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery. Only the ThruNite TN12 V6 lets you swap in a charged spare.

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