Nitecore EDC27 UHi vs ThruNite TN12 V6 size comparison
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is 1.4 mm (0.06 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC27 UHi, 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.
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is 1.4 mm (0.06 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC27 UHi, 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 EDC27 UHi Check price ↗ | ThruNite TN12 V6 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 135.4 mm (5.33 in) | 134 mm (5.28 in)−1.4 mm |
| Head / width | 31.5 mm (1.24 in) | 27 mm (1.06 in)−4.5 mm |
| Body | — | 24 mm (0.94 in) |
| Thickness | 22.1 mm (0.87 in) | — |
| Weight | 122 g with battery | 88 g listed (battery unspecified) |
| Battery | Built-in | 18650 |
| Max output | 3,100 lm | 1,950 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $39.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.33" x W-1.24" x H-0.87", 4.3 oz; converted from inches | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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EDC27 UHi vs TN12 V6: how they differ
Size and weight
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 135.4 mm (5.33 in), a difference of 1.4 mm (1%). 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 EDC27 UHi: 122 g with battery; ThruNite TN12 V6: 88 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC27 UHi is rated brighter: 3,100 lm maximum vs 1,950 lm for the ThruNite TN12 V6, 59% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC27 UHi 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 EDC27 UHi was $89.95 at nitecorestore.com and the ThruNite TN12 V6 $39.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TN12 V6 cost $49.96 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 EDC27 UHi if you want more output (3,100 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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EDC27 UHi vs TN12 V6 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC27 UHi or the ThruNite TN12 V6?
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 135.4 mm (5.33 in), a difference of 1.4 mm (1%). 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 EDC27 UHi: 122 g with battery; ThruNite TN12 V6: 88 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC27 UHi or the ThruNite TN12 V6?
The Nitecore EDC27 UHi is rated brighter: 3,100 lm maximum vs 1,950 lm for the ThruNite TN12 V6, 59% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC27 UHi or the ThruNite TN12 V6?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC27 UHi was $89.95 at nitecorestore.com and the ThruNite TN12 V6 $39.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TN12 V6 cost $49.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC27 UHi and ThruNite TN12 V6 use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC27 UHi 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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Sources
- Nitecore EDC27 UHi: 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.
- ThruNite TN12 V6: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $39.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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