Nitecore EDC29 vs Olight Seeker 3 size comparison
The Olight Seeker 3 is 5.6 mm (0.22 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC29, and 0.5 mm wider at its widest point. It is 24 g heavier (with battery).
The Olight Seeker 3 is 5.6 mm (0.22 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC29, and 0.5 mm wider at its widest point. It is 24 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC29 Check price ↗ | Olight Seeker 3 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 133.6 mm (5.26 in) | 128 mm (5.04 in)−5.6 mm |
| Head / width | 34.5 mm (1.36 in) | 35 mm (1.38 in)+0.5 mm |
| Body | — | 27.5 mm (1.08 in) |
| Thickness | 22.6 mm (0.89 in) | — |
| Weight | 160 g with battery | 184 g with battery+24 g |
| Battery | Built-in | 21700 |
| Max output | 6,500 lm | 3,500 lm |
| Throw | — | 220 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $119.95 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.26" x W-1.36" x H-0.89", 5.64 oz; converted | olight.com sourced |
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EDC29 vs Seeker 3: how they differ
Size and weight
The Olight Seeker 3 is the shorter light: 128 mm (5.04 in) against 133.6 mm (5.26 in), a difference of 5.6 mm (4%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC29 is 0.5 mm slimmer (34.5 vs 35 mm). The Nitecore EDC29 is 24 g lighter (160 g vs 184 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC29 is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 3,500 lm for the Olight Seeker 3, 86% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Olight Seeker 3 runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Olight Seeker 3 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC29 was $109.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Olight Seeker 3 $119.95 at olight.com, so the Nitecore EDC29 cost $10.00 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 EDC29 if you want less weight (24 g lighter), more output (6,500 lm vs 3,500 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Olight Seeker 3 if you want a shorter light (5.6 mm shorter) 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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EDC29 vs Seeker 3 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC29 or the Olight Seeker 3?
The Olight Seeker 3 is the shorter light: 128 mm (5.04 in) against 133.6 mm (5.26 in), a difference of 5.6 mm (4%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC29 is 0.5 mm slimmer (34.5 vs 35 mm). The Nitecore EDC29 is 24 g lighter (160 g vs 184 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC29 or the Olight Seeker 3?
The Nitecore EDC29 is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 3,500 lm for the Olight Seeker 3, 86% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC29 or the Olight Seeker 3?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC29 was $109.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Olight Seeker 3 $119.95 at olight.com, so the Nitecore EDC29 cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC29 and Olight Seeker 3 use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Olight Seeker 3 runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Olight Seeker 3 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Nitecore EDC29: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Price $109.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Olight Seeker 3: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer). Price $119.95 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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