Fenix LD30 RENEGADE vs Nitecore EDC31 size comparison
The Nitecore EDC31 is 3.4 mm (0.13 in) shorter than the Fenix LD30 RENEGADE, and 2.4 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 18 g lighter (with battery).
The Nitecore EDC31 is 3.4 mm (0.13 in) shorter than the Fenix LD30 RENEGADE, and 2.4 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 18 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix LD30 RENEGADE Check price ↗ | Nitecore EDC31 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 116.4 mm (4.58 in) | 113 mm (4.45 in)−3.4 mm |
| Head / width | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | 23 mm (0.91 in)−2.4 mm |
| Body | 22.2 mm (0.87 in) | 23 mm (0.91 in)+0.8 mm |
| Weight | 118 g with battery | 100 g with clip−18 g |
| Battery | 18650 | Built-in |
| Max output | 1,800 lm | 3,500 lm |
| Throw | 203 m | 380 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $54.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 25.4 mm wide x 22.2 mm high | batteryjunction.com sourced Maker page: 4.46 in, head 0.91 in, tube 0.89 in, 3.53 oz with clip |
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LD30 RENEGADE vs EDC31: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC31 is the shorter light: 113 mm (4.45 in) against 116.4 mm (4.58 in), a difference of 3.4 mm (3%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC31 is 2.4 mm slimmer (23 vs 25.4 mm). The Nitecore EDC31 is 18 g lighter (100 g vs 118 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC31 is rated brighter: 3,500 lm maximum vs 1,800 lm for the Fenix LD30 RENEGADE, 94% more. For beam distance the Nitecore EDC31 reaches further: 380 m vs 203 m rated throw (87% more).
Battery
The Fenix LD30 RENEGADE runs on a removable 18650 battery; the Nitecore EDC31 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix LD30 RENEGADE lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LD30 RENEGADE was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore EDC31 $54.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore EDC31 cost $25.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix LD30 RENEGADE if you want a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore EDC31 if you want a shorter light (3.4 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (2.4 mm narrower), less weight (18 g lighter), more output (3,500 lm vs 1,800 lm), longer throw (380 m vs 203 m) 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.
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LD30 RENEGADE vs EDC31 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix LD30 RENEGADE or the Nitecore EDC31?
The Nitecore EDC31 is the shorter light: 113 mm (4.45 in) against 116.4 mm (4.58 in), a difference of 3.4 mm (3%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC31 is 2.4 mm slimmer (23 vs 25.4 mm). The Nitecore EDC31 is 18 g lighter (100 g vs 118 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix LD30 RENEGADE or the Nitecore EDC31?
The Nitecore EDC31 is rated brighter: 3,500 lm maximum vs 1,800 lm for the Fenix LD30 RENEGADE, 94% more. For beam distance the Nitecore EDC31 reaches further: 380 m vs 203 m rated throw (87% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix LD30 RENEGADE or the Nitecore EDC31?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LD30 RENEGADE was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore EDC31 $54.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore EDC31 cost $25.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix LD30 RENEGADE and Nitecore EDC31 use the same battery?
The Fenix LD30 RENEGADE runs on a removable 18650 battery; the Nitecore EDC31 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix LD30 RENEGADE lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix LD30 RENEGADE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $79.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore EDC31: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $54.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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