Nitecore EDC29 vs Sofirn SC33 size comparison

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The Sofirn SC33 is 2.6 mm (0.10 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC29, and 2.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Nitecore EDC29 · 133.6 mmSofirn SC33 · 131 mm

The Sofirn SC33 is 2.6 mm (0.10 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC29, and 2.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Nitecore EDC29
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Sofirn SC33
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Length133.6 mm (5.26 in)131 mm (5.16 in)−2.6 mm
Head / width34.5 mm (1.36 in)32 mm (1.26 in)−2.5 mm
Thickness22.6 mm (0.89 in)—
Weight160 g with battery110 g without battery
BatteryBuilt-in21700
Max output6,500 lm5,200 lm
Throw——
TypeEDCEDC
Price$109.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
Sourcenitecorestore.com sourced
Listed L-5.26" x W-1.36" x H-0.89", 5.64 oz; converted
flashlightgo.com sourced
Only head diameter listed

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EDC29 vs SC33: how they differ

Size and weight

The Sofirn SC33 is the shorter light: 131 mm (5.16 in) against 133.6 mm (5.26 in), a difference of 2.6 mm (2%). At its widest point the Sofirn SC33 is 2.5 mm slimmer (32 vs 34.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC29: 160 g with battery; Sofirn SC33: 110 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Nitecore EDC29 is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 5,200 lm for the Sofirn SC33, 25% more.

Battery

The Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Sofirn SC33 runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Sofirn SC33 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 Sofirn SC33 from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC33 cost $67.96 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 EDC29 if you want more output (6,500 lm vs 5,200 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Sofirn SC33 if you want a slimmer profile (2.5 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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EDC29 vs SC33 FAQ

Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC29 or the Sofirn SC33?

The Sofirn SC33 is the shorter light: 131 mm (5.16 in) against 133.6 mm (5.26 in), a difference of 2.6 mm (2%). At its widest point the Sofirn SC33 is 2.5 mm slimmer (32 vs 34.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC29: 160 g with battery; Sofirn SC33: 110 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC29 or the Sofirn SC33?

The Nitecore EDC29 is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 5,200 lm for the Sofirn SC33, 25% more.

Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC29 or the Sofirn SC33?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC29 was $109.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Sofirn SC33 from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC33 cost $67.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Nitecore EDC29 and Sofirn SC33 use the same battery?

The Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Sofirn SC33 runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Sofirn SC33 lets you swap in a charged spare.

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