Nitecore EDC09 vs Nitecore EDC15 size comparison
The Nitecore EDC15 is 3 mm (0.12 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC09, and 6 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore EDC15 is 3 mm (0.12 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC09, and 6 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC09 Check price ↗ | Nitecore EDC15 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 108 mm (4.25 in) | 111 mm (4.37 in)+3 mm |
| Head / width | 34 mm (1.34 in) | 28 mm (1.10 in)−6 mm |
| Thickness | 24 mm (0.94 in) | 16 mm (0.63 in)−8 mm |
| Weight | 114 g listed | 85 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 1,600 lm | 1,200 lm |
| Throw | 153 m | 208 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $69.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $75.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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EDC09 vs EDC15: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC09 is the shorter light: 108 mm (4.25 in) against 111 mm (4.37 in), a difference of 3 mm (3%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC15 is 6 mm slimmer (28 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC09: 114 g listed; Nitecore EDC15: 85 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC09 is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Nitecore EDC15, 33% more. For beam distance the Nitecore EDC15 reaches further: 208 m vs 153 m rated throw (36% 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 Nitecore EDC09 was $69.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore EDC15 $75.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore EDC09 cost $6.00 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 EDC09 if you want a shorter light (3 mm shorter) and more output (1,600 lm vs 1,200 lm). Choose the Nitecore EDC15 if you want a slimmer profile (6 mm narrower) and longer throw (208 m vs 153 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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EDC09 vs EDC15 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC09 or the Nitecore EDC15?
The Nitecore EDC09 is the shorter light: 108 mm (4.25 in) against 111 mm (4.37 in), a difference of 3 mm (3%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC15 is 6 mm slimmer (28 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC09: 114 g listed; Nitecore EDC15: 85 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC09 or the Nitecore EDC15?
The Nitecore EDC09 is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Nitecore EDC15, 33% more. For beam distance the Nitecore EDC15 reaches further: 208 m vs 153 m rated throw (36% more).
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC09 or the Nitecore EDC15?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC09 was $69.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore EDC15 $75.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore EDC09 cost $6.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC09 and Nitecore EDC15 use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
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Sources
- Nitecore EDC09: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $69.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore EDC15: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $75.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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