Nitecore EDC17 vs Olight ArkPro size comparison
The Olight ArkPro is 1 mm (0.04 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC17, and 5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Olight ArkPro is 1 mm (0.04 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC17, and 5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC17 Check price ↗ | Olight ArkPro Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 123 mm (4.84 in) | 124 mm (4.88 in)+1 mm |
| Head / width | 32 mm (1.26 in) | 27 mm (1.06 in)−5 mm |
| Thickness | 16 mm (0.63 in) | 16 mm (0.63 in)same |
| Weight | 106 g listed | 115 g with battery |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 1,500 lm | 1,500 lm |
| Throw | 230 m | 205 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $94.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $109.99 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | olight.com sourced |
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EDC17 vs ArkPro: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC17 is the shorter light: 123 mm (4.84 in) against 124 mm (4.88 in), a difference of 1 mm (1%). At its widest point the Olight ArkPro is 5 mm slimmer (27 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC17: 106 g listed; Olight ArkPro: 115 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
Both are rated at 1,500 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Nitecore EDC17 reaches further: 230 m vs 205 m rated throw (12% 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 Olight ArkPro $109.99 at olight.com, so the Nitecore EDC17 cost $15.04 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 EDC17 if you want longer throw (230 m vs 205 m). Choose the Olight ArkPro if you want a slimmer profile (5 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Nitecore EDC17 Check price ↗ Olight ArkPro
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EDC17 vs ArkPro FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC17 or the Olight ArkPro?
The Nitecore EDC17 is the shorter light: 123 mm (4.84 in) against 124 mm (4.88 in), a difference of 1 mm (1%). At its widest point the Olight ArkPro is 5 mm slimmer (27 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC17: 106 g listed; Olight ArkPro: 115 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC17 or the Olight ArkPro?
Both are rated at 1,500 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Nitecore EDC17 reaches further: 230 m vs 205 m rated throw (12% more).
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC17 or the Olight ArkPro?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC17 was $94.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Olight ArkPro $109.99 at olight.com, so the Nitecore EDC17 cost $15.04 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC17 and Olight ArkPro 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. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $94.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Olight ArkPro: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer). Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $109.99 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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