Nitecore EDC09 vs Zebralight SC700d HI size comparison
The Zebralight SC700d HI is 2 mm (0.08 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC09, and 4.1 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Zebralight SC700d HI is 2 mm (0.08 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC09, and 4.1 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC09 Check price ↗ | Zebralight SC700d HI Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 108 mm (4.25 in) | 106 mm (4.17 in)−2 mm |
| Head / width | 34 mm (1.34 in) | 38.1 mm (1.50 in)+4.1 mm |
| Body | — | 28 mm (1.10 in) |
| Thickness | 24 mm (0.94 in) | — |
| Weight | 114 g listed | 91 g without battery |
| Battery | Built-in | 21700 |
| Max output | 1,600 lm | — |
| Throw | 153 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $69.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $139.00 at zebralight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | zebralight.com sourced |
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EDC09 vs SC700d HI: how they differ
Size and weight
The Zebralight SC700d HI is the shorter light: 106 mm (4.17 in) against 108 mm (4.25 in), a difference of 2 mm (2%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC09 is 4.1 mm slimmer (34 vs 38.1 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC09: 114 g listed; Zebralight SC700d HI: 91 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC09 is rated at 1,600 lm; we have no published maximum for the Zebralight SC700d HI.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC09 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Zebralight SC700d HI runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Zebralight SC700d HI lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC09 was $69.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Zebralight SC700d HI $139.00 at zebralight.com, so the Nitecore EDC09 cost $69.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore EDC09 if you want a slimmer profile (4.1 mm narrower) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Zebralight SC700d HI if you want 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 ↗ Zebralight SC700d HI
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EDC09 vs SC700d HI FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC09 or the Zebralight SC700d HI?
The Zebralight SC700d HI is the shorter light: 106 mm (4.17 in) against 108 mm (4.25 in), a difference of 2 mm (2%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC09 is 4.1 mm slimmer (34 vs 38.1 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC09: 114 g listed; Zebralight SC700d HI: 91 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC09 or the Zebralight SC700d HI?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC09 was $69.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Zebralight SC700d HI $139.00 at zebralight.com, so the Nitecore EDC09 cost $69.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC09 and Zebralight SC700d HI use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC09 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Zebralight SC700d HI runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Zebralight SC700d HI 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.
- Zebralight SC700d HI: specs from Zebralight product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $139.00 from zebralight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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