Nitecore EDC29 vs Sofirn IF22A size comparison
The Sofirn IF22A is 6.5 mm (0.26 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC29, and 7.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Sofirn IF22A is 6.5 mm (0.26 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC29, and 7.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC29 Check price ↗ | Sofirn IF22A Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 133.6 mm (5.26 in) | 127.1 mm (5.00 in)−6.5 mm |
| Head / width | 34.5 mm (1.36 in) | 42 mm (1.65 in)+7.5 mm |
| Body | — | 28 mm (1.10 in) |
| Thickness | 22.6 mm (0.89 in) | — |
| Weight | 160 g with battery | 120 g without battery |
| Battery | Built-in | 21700 |
| Max output | 6,500 lm | 2,100 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | not verified yet |
| Source | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.26" x W-1.36" x H-0.89", 5.64 oz; converted | sofirnlight.com sourced Pocket thrower |
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EDC29 vs IF22A: how they differ
Size and weight
The Sofirn IF22A is the shorter light: 127.1 mm (5.00 in) against 133.6 mm (5.26 in), a difference of 6.5 mm (5%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC29 is 7.5 mm slimmer (34.5 vs 42 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC29: 160 g with battery; Sofirn IF22A: 120 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC29 is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 2,100 lm for the Sofirn IF22A, 210% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Sofirn IF22A runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Sofirn IF22A lets you swap in a charged spare.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore EDC29 if you want a slimmer profile (7.5 mm narrower), more output (6,500 lm vs 2,100 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Sofirn IF22A if you want a shorter light (6.5 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 IF22A FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC29 or the Sofirn IF22A?
The Sofirn IF22A is the shorter light: 127.1 mm (5.00 in) against 133.6 mm (5.26 in), a difference of 6.5 mm (5%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC29 is 7.5 mm slimmer (34.5 vs 42 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC29: 160 g with battery; Sofirn IF22A: 120 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC29 or the Sofirn IF22A?
The Nitecore EDC29 is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 2,100 lm for the Sofirn IF22A, 210% more.
Do the Nitecore EDC29 and Sofirn IF22A use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Sofirn IF22A runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Sofirn IF22A 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.
- Sofirn IF22A: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by sofirnlight.com. No verified price yet.
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