Emisar D1K vs Nitecore EDC29 size comparison
The Nitecore EDC29 is 19.6 mm (0.77 in) longer than the Emisar D1K, and 0.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore EDC29 is 19.6 mm (0.77 in) longer than the Emisar D1K, and 0.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Emisar D1K Check price ↗ | Nitecore EDC29 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 114 mm (4.49 in) | 133.6 mm (5.26 in)+19.6 mm |
| Head / width | 35 mm (1.38 in) | 34.5 mm (1.36 in)−0.5 mm |
| Body | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 22.6 mm (0.89 in) |
| Weight | 89 g without battery | 160 g with battery |
| Battery | 21700 | Built-in |
| Max output | 1,200 lm | 6,500 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $39.95 at intl-outdoor.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | intl-outdoor.com sourced Pocket thrower; lumens for SFT-25 | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.26" x W-1.36" x H-0.89", 5.64 oz; converted |
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D1K vs EDC29: how they differ
Size and weight
The Emisar D1K is the shorter light: 114 mm (4.49 in) against 133.6 mm (5.26 in), a difference of 19.6 mm (15%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC29 is 0.5 mm slimmer (34.5 vs 35 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Emisar D1K: 89 g without battery; 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 1,200 lm for the Emisar D1K, 442% more.
Battery
The Emisar D1K runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Emisar D1K lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Emisar D1K was $39.95 at intl-outdoor.com and the Nitecore EDC29 $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Emisar D1K cost $70.00 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 Emisar D1K if you want a shorter light (19.6 mm shorter) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore EDC29 if you want more output (6,500 lm vs 1,200 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Emisar D1K Check price ↗ Nitecore EDC29
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D1K vs EDC29 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Emisar D1K or the Nitecore EDC29?
The Emisar D1K is the shorter light: 114 mm (4.49 in) against 133.6 mm (5.26 in), a difference of 19.6 mm (15%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC29 is 0.5 mm slimmer (34.5 vs 35 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Emisar D1K: 89 g without battery; Nitecore EDC29: 160 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Emisar D1K or the Nitecore EDC29?
The Nitecore EDC29 is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Emisar D1K, 442% more.
Which is cheaper, the Emisar D1K or the Nitecore EDC29?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Emisar D1K was $39.95 at intl-outdoor.com and the Nitecore EDC29 $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Emisar D1K cost $70.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Emisar D1K and Nitecore EDC29 use the same battery?
The Emisar D1K runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Emisar D1K lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Emisar D1K: specs from Emisar product page (manufacturer). Price $39.95 from intl-outdoor.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- 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.
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