Fenix TK28R vs Nitecore EDC33 size comparison
The Nitecore EDC33 is 32.2 mm (1.27 in) shorter than the Fenix TK28R, and 25.6 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 237 g lighter (with battery).
The Nitecore EDC33 is 32.2 mm (1.27 in) shorter than the Fenix TK28R, and 25.6 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 237 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix TK28R Check price ↗ | Nitecore EDC33 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 147.8 mm (5.82 in) | 115.6 mm (4.55 in)−32.2 mm |
| Head / width | 51 mm (2.01 in) | 25.4 mm (1.00 in)−25.6 mm |
| Body | 32 mm (1.26 in) | 24 mm (0.94 in)−8 mm |
| Weight | 358.3 g with battery | 121 g with battery−237 g |
| Battery | 18650 | 18650 (built-in) |
| Max output | 6,500 lm | 4,000 lm |
| Throw | 400 m | — |
| Type | Thrower / search | EDC |
| Price | $219.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $69.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Dual-head design: listed 51 mm high x 32 mm wide | charger.nitecore.com sourced 127 g with clip |
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TK28R vs EDC33: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC33 is the shorter light: 115.6 mm (4.55 in) against 147.8 mm (5.82 in), a difference of 32.2 mm (22%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC33 is 25.6 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 51 mm). The Nitecore EDC33 is 237 g lighter (121 g vs 358.3 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix TK28R is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 4,000 lm for the Nitecore EDC33, 63% more.
Battery
The Fenix TK28R runs on a removable 18650 battery; the Nitecore EDC33 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery (18650). Only the Fenix TK28R lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK28R was $219.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore EDC33 $69.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore EDC33 cost $150.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
The Fenix TK28R is listed as thrower / search and the Nitecore EDC33 as edc, so they suit different jobs.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix TK28R if you want more output (6,500 lm vs 4,000 lm) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore EDC33 if you want a shorter light (32.2 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (25.6 mm narrower), less weight (237 g lighter) 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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TK28R vs EDC33 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix TK28R or the Nitecore EDC33?
The Nitecore EDC33 is the shorter light: 115.6 mm (4.55 in) against 147.8 mm (5.82 in), a difference of 32.2 mm (22%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC33 is 25.6 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 51 mm). The Nitecore EDC33 is 237 g lighter (121 g vs 358.3 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix TK28R or the Nitecore EDC33?
The Fenix TK28R is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 4,000 lm for the Nitecore EDC33, 63% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix TK28R or the Nitecore EDC33?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK28R was $219.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore EDC33 $69.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore EDC33 cost $150.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix TK28R and Nitecore EDC33 use the same battery?
The Fenix TK28R runs on a removable 18650 battery; the Nitecore EDC33 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery (18650). Only the Fenix TK28R lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix TK28R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $219.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore EDC33: specs from Nitecore product page (manufacturer). Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $69.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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