Nitecore EDC35 vs Sofirn SP36 Pro size comparison
The Sofirn SP36 Pro is 2.5 mm (0.10 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC35, and 18.2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Sofirn SP36 Pro is 2.5 mm (0.10 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC35, and 18.2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC35 Check price ↗ | Sofirn SP36 Pro Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 124.2 mm (4.89 in) | 126.7 mm (4.99 in)+2.5 mm |
| Head / width | 31.8 mm (1.25 in) | 50 mm (1.97 in)+18.2 mm |
| Body | 25.9 mm (1.02 in) | — |
| Weight | 178 g with battery | 300 g without battery |
| Battery | 21700 | 3x 18650 |
| Max output | 5,000 lm | 8,000 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | Thrower / search |
| Price | $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $56.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed 4.89" / head 1.25" / tube 1.02", 6.28 oz with clip; converted | flashlightgo.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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EDC35 vs SP36 Pro: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC35 is the shorter light: 124.2 mm (4.89 in) against 126.7 mm (4.99 in), a difference of 2.5 mm (2%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC35 is 18.2 mm slimmer (31.8 vs 50 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC35: 178 g with battery; Sofirn SP36 Pro: 300 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Sofirn SP36 Pro is rated brighter: 8,000 lm maximum vs 5,000 lm for the Nitecore EDC35, 60% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC35 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Sofirn SP36 Pro runs on removable 3x 18650 batteries. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC35 was $89.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Sofirn SP36 Pro from $56.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SP36 Pro cost $32.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
The Nitecore EDC35 is listed as edc and the Sofirn SP36 Pro as thrower / search, so they suit different jobs.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore EDC35 if you want a slimmer profile (18.2 mm narrower). Choose the Sofirn SP36 Pro if you want more output (8,000 lm vs 5,000 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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EDC35 vs SP36 Pro FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC35 or the Sofirn SP36 Pro?
The Nitecore EDC35 is the shorter light: 124.2 mm (4.89 in) against 126.7 mm (4.99 in), a difference of 2.5 mm (2%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC35 is 18.2 mm slimmer (31.8 vs 50 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC35: 178 g with battery; Sofirn SP36 Pro: 300 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC35 or the Sofirn SP36 Pro?
The Sofirn SP36 Pro is rated brighter: 8,000 lm maximum vs 5,000 lm for the Nitecore EDC35, 60% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC35 or the Sofirn SP36 Pro?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC35 was $89.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Sofirn SP36 Pro from $56.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SP36 Pro cost $32.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC35 and Sofirn SP36 Pro use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC35 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Sofirn SP36 Pro runs on removable 3x 18650 batteries. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Nitecore EDC35: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Price $89.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Sofirn SP36 Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. Price from $56.99 from flashlightgo.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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