Fenix LR36R vs Nitecore EDC35 size comparison
The Nitecore EDC35 is 36.5 mm (1.44 in) shorter than the Fenix LR36R, and 24.4 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 315 g lighter (with battery).
The Nitecore EDC35 is 36.5 mm (1.44 in) shorter than the Fenix LR36R, and 24.4 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 315 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix LR36R Check price ↗ | Nitecore EDC35 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 160.7 mm (6.33 in) | 124.2 mm (4.89 in)−36.5 mm |
| Head / width | 56.2 mm (2.21 in) | 31.8 mm (1.25 in)−24.4 mm |
| Body | 55.1 mm (2.17 in) | 25.9 mm (1.02 in)−29.2 mm |
| Weight | 493 g with battery | 178 g with battery−315 g |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 10,000 lm | 5,000 lm |
| Throw | 1260 m | — |
| Type | Thrower / search | EDC |
| Price | $359.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed 4.89" / head 1.25" / tube 1.02", 6.28 oz with clip; converted |
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LR36R vs EDC35: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC35 is the shorter light: 124.2 mm (4.89 in) against 160.7 mm (6.33 in), a difference of 36.5 mm (23%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC35 is 24.4 mm slimmer (31.8 vs 56.2 mm). The Nitecore EDC35 is 315 g lighter (178 g vs 493 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix LR36R is rated brighter: 10,000 lm maximum vs 5,000 lm for the Nitecore EDC35, 100% more.
Battery
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LR36R was $359.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore EDC35 $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Nitecore EDC35 cost $270.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
The Fenix LR36R is listed as thrower / search and the Nitecore EDC35 as edc, so they suit different jobs.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix LR36R if you want more output (10,000 lm vs 5,000 lm). Choose the Nitecore EDC35 if you want a shorter light (36.5 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (24.4 mm narrower) and less weight (315 g lighter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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LR36R vs EDC35 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix LR36R or the Nitecore EDC35?
The Nitecore EDC35 is the shorter light: 124.2 mm (4.89 in) against 160.7 mm (6.33 in), a difference of 36.5 mm (23%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC35 is 24.4 mm slimmer (31.8 vs 56.2 mm). The Nitecore EDC35 is 315 g lighter (178 g vs 493 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix LR36R or the Nitecore EDC35?
The Fenix LR36R is rated brighter: 10,000 lm maximum vs 5,000 lm for the Nitecore EDC35, 100% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix LR36R or the Nitecore EDC35?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LR36R was $359.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore EDC35 $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Nitecore EDC35 cost $270.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix LR36R and Nitecore EDC35 use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix LR36R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $359.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore EDC35: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (nitecorestore.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $89.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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