Fenix E08R UE vs Nitecore EDC17 size comparison
The Nitecore EDC17 is 6 mm (0.24 in) shorter than the Fenix E08R UE, and 1 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Fenix E08R UE: Photo: Fenix · Image policy
The Nitecore EDC17 is 6 mm (0.24 in) shorter than the Fenix E08R UE, and 1 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix E08R UE Check price ↗ | Nitecore EDC17 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 129 mm (5.08 in) | 123 mm (4.84 in)−6 mm |
| Head / width | 31 mm (1.22 in) | 32 mm (1.26 in)+1 mm |
| Thickness | 18 mm (0.71 in) | 16 mm (0.63 in)−2 mm |
| Weight | 125 g with battery | 106 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 1,600 lm | 1,500 lm |
| Throw | 160 m | 230 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $84.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $94.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 31.0 mm wide x 18.0 mm thick | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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E08R UE vs EDC17: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC17 is the shorter light: 123 mm (4.84 in) against 129 mm (5.08 in), a difference of 6 mm (5%). At its widest point the Fenix E08R UE is 1 mm slimmer (31 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E08R UE: 125 g with battery; Nitecore EDC17: 106 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix E08R UE is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 1,500 lm for the Nitecore EDC17, 7% more. For beam distance the Nitecore EDC17 reaches further: 230 m vs 160 m rated throw (44% more).
Battery
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E08R UE was $84.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore EDC17 $94.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix E08R UE cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a flat body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore EDC17 if you want a shorter light (6 mm shorter) and longer throw (230 m vs 160 m). On the specs we track, the Nitecore EDC17 is ahead or level everywhere; the Fenix E08R UE makes sense mainly if its price, interface or a feature we don't track suits you better. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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E08R UE vs EDC17 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix E08R UE or the Nitecore EDC17?
The Nitecore EDC17 is the shorter light: 123 mm (4.84 in) against 129 mm (5.08 in), a difference of 6 mm (5%). At its widest point the Fenix E08R UE is 1 mm slimmer (31 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E08R UE: 125 g with battery; Nitecore EDC17: 106 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix E08R UE or the Nitecore EDC17?
The Fenix E08R UE is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 1,500 lm for the Nitecore EDC17, 7% more. For beam distance the Nitecore EDC17 reaches further: 230 m vs 160 m rated throw (44% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix E08R UE or the Nitecore EDC17?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E08R UE was $84.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore EDC17 $94.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix E08R UE cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix E08R UE and Nitecore EDC17 use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
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Sources
- Fenix E08R UE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Photo from manufacturer: the maker's own product photo with the background removed, scaled to the published length and diameter (Photo: Fenix; image policy). Price $84.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore EDC17: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $94.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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