Nitecore EDC09 vs Wurkkos TS21 size comparison
The Wurkkos TS21 is 5.4 mm (0.21 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC09, and 6 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Wurkkos TS21 is 5.4 mm (0.21 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC09, and 6 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC09 Check price ↗ | Wurkkos TS21 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 108 mm (4.25 in) | 113.4 mm (4.46 in)+5.4 mm |
| Head / width | 34 mm (1.34 in) | 28 mm (1.10 in)−6 mm |
| Thickness | 24 mm (0.94 in) | — |
| Weight | 114 g listed | 78 g without battery |
| Battery | Built-in | 21700 |
| Max output | 1,600 lm | 3,500 lm |
| Throw | 153 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $69.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | not verified yet |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | wurkkos.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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EDC09 vs TS21: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC09 is the shorter light: 108 mm (4.25 in) against 113.4 mm (4.46 in), a difference of 5.4 mm (5%). At its widest point the Wurkkos TS21 is 6 mm slimmer (28 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC09: 114 g listed; Wurkkos TS21: 78 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Wurkkos TS21 is rated brighter: 3,500 lm maximum vs 1,600 lm for the Nitecore EDC09, 119% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC09 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Wurkkos TS21 runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Wurkkos TS21 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore EDC09 if you want a shorter light (5.4 mm shorter) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Wurkkos TS21 if you want a slimmer profile (6 mm narrower), more output (3,500 lm vs 1,600 lm) and a removable cell you can swap. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Nitecore EDC09 Check price ↗ Wurkkos TS21
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EDC09 vs TS21 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC09 or the Wurkkos TS21?
The Nitecore EDC09 is the shorter light: 108 mm (4.25 in) against 113.4 mm (4.46 in), a difference of 5.4 mm (5%). At its widest point the Wurkkos TS21 is 6 mm slimmer (28 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC09: 114 g listed; Wurkkos TS21: 78 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC09 or the Wurkkos TS21?
The Wurkkos TS21 is rated brighter: 3,500 lm maximum vs 1,600 lm for the Nitecore EDC09, 119% more.
Do the Nitecore EDC09 and Wurkkos TS21 use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC09 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Wurkkos TS21 runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Wurkkos TS21 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Nitecore EDC09: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $69.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Wurkkos TS21: specs from Wurkkos product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. No verified price yet.
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