Nitecore EDC17 vs Nitecore MH15 size comparison
The Nitecore MH15 is 6 mm (0.24 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC17, and 2 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore MH15 is 6 mm (0.24 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC17, and 2 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC17 Check price ↗ | Nitecore MH15 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 123 mm (4.84 in) | 117 mm (4.61 in)−6 mm |
| Head / width | 32 mm (1.26 in) | 30 mm (1.18 in)−2 mm |
| Body | — | 27 mm (1.06 in) |
| Thickness | 16 mm (0.63 in) | — |
| Weight | 106 g listed | 140 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 1,500 lm | 2,000 lm |
| Throw | 230 m | 250 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $94.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $59.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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EDC17 vs MH15: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore MH15 is the shorter light: 117 mm (4.61 in) against 123 mm (4.84 in), a difference of 6 mm (5%). At its widest point the Nitecore MH15 is 2 mm slimmer (30 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC17: 106 g listed; Nitecore MH15: 140 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore MH15 is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 1,500 lm for the Nitecore EDC17, 33% more. For beam distance the Nitecore MH15 reaches further: 250 m vs 230 m rated throw (9% 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 EDC17 was $94.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore MH15 $59.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MH15 cost $35.00 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 MH15 if you want a shorter light (6 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (2 mm narrower) and more output (2,000 lm vs 1,500 lm). On the specs we track, the Nitecore MH15 is ahead or level everywhere; the Nitecore EDC17 makes sense mainly if its price, interface or a feature we don't track suits you better. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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EDC17 vs MH15 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC17 or the Nitecore MH15?
The Nitecore MH15 is the shorter light: 117 mm (4.61 in) against 123 mm (4.84 in), a difference of 6 mm (5%). At its widest point the Nitecore MH15 is 2 mm slimmer (30 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC17: 106 g listed; Nitecore MH15: 140 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC17 or the Nitecore MH15?
The Nitecore MH15 is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 1,500 lm for the Nitecore EDC17, 33% more. For beam distance the Nitecore MH15 reaches further: 250 m vs 230 m rated throw (9% more).
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC17 or the Nitecore MH15?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC17 was $94.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore MH15 $59.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MH15 cost $35.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC17 and Nitecore MH15 use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
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Sources
- Nitecore EDC17: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $94.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore MH15: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $59.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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