Nitecore EDC27 vs Nitecore EDC29 size comparison
The Nitecore EDC29 is 2.4 mm (0.09 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC27, and 2.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore EDC29 is 2.4 mm (0.09 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC27, and 2.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC27 Check price ↗ | Nitecore EDC29 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 136 mm (5.35 in) | 133.6 mm (5.26 in)−2.4 mm |
| Head / width | 32 mm (1.26 in) | 34.5 mm (1.36 in)+2.5 mm |
| Thickness | 21 mm (0.83 in) | 22.6 mm (0.89 in)+1.6 mm |
| Weight | 124 g listed | 160 g with battery |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | 6,500 lm |
| Throw | 220 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.26" x W-1.36" x H-0.89", 5.64 oz; converted |
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EDC27 vs EDC29: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC29 is the shorter light: 133.6 mm (5.26 in) against 136 mm (5.35 in), a difference of 2.4 mm (2%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC27 is 2.5 mm slimmer (32 vs 34.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC27: 124 g listed; Nitecore EDC29: 160 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC29 is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Nitecore EDC27, 117% more.
Battery
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a flat body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore EDC27 if you want a slimmer profile (2.5 mm narrower). Choose the Nitecore EDC29 if you want more output (6,500 lm vs 3,000 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Nitecore EDC27 Check price ↗ Nitecore EDC29
EDC27 vs EDC29 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC27 or the Nitecore EDC29?
The Nitecore EDC29 is the shorter light: 133.6 mm (5.26 in) against 136 mm (5.35 in), a difference of 2.4 mm (2%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC27 is 2.5 mm slimmer (32 vs 34.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC27: 124 g listed; Nitecore EDC29: 160 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC27 or the Nitecore EDC29?
The Nitecore EDC29 is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Nitecore EDC27, 117% more.
Do the Nitecore EDC27 and Nitecore EDC29 use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.