Nitecore EDC17 vs Sofirn SC33 size comparison
The Sofirn SC33 is 8 mm (0.31 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC17, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Sofirn SC33 is 8 mm (0.31 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC17, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC17 Check price ↗ | Sofirn SC33 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 123 mm (4.84 in) | 131 mm (5.16 in)+8 mm |
| Head / width | 32 mm (1.26 in) | 32 mm (1.26 in)same |
| Thickness | 16 mm (0.63 in) | — |
| Weight | 106 g listed | 110 g without battery |
| Battery | Built-in | 21700 |
| Max output | 1,500 lm | 5,200 lm |
| Throw | 230 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $94.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | flashlightgo.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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EDC17 vs SC33: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC17 is the shorter light: 123 mm (4.84 in) against 131 mm (5.16 in), a difference of 8 mm (6%). At their widest points they are about the same (32 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC17: 106 g listed; Sofirn SC33: 110 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Sofirn SC33 is rated brighter: 5,200 lm maximum vs 1,500 lm for the Nitecore EDC17, 247% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC17 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Sofirn SC33 runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Sofirn SC33 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC17 was $94.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Sofirn SC33 from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC33 cost $52.96 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 EDC17 if you want a shorter light (8 mm shorter) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Sofirn SC33 if you want more output (5,200 lm vs 1,500 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 EDC17 Check price ↗ Sofirn SC33
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EDC17 vs SC33 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC17 or the Sofirn SC33?
The Nitecore EDC17 is the shorter light: 123 mm (4.84 in) against 131 mm (5.16 in), a difference of 8 mm (6%). At their widest points they are about the same (32 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC17: 106 g listed; Sofirn SC33: 110 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC17 or the Sofirn SC33?
The Sofirn SC33 is rated brighter: 5,200 lm maximum vs 1,500 lm for the Nitecore EDC17, 247% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC17 or the Sofirn SC33?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC17 was $94.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Sofirn SC33 from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC33 cost $52.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC17 and Sofirn SC33 use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC17 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Sofirn SC33 runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Sofirn SC33 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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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.
- Sofirn SC33: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. Price from $41.99 from flashlightgo.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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