Nitecore EDC17 vs Wurkkos FC11C size comparison
The Wurkkos FC11C is 6.8 mm (0.27 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC17, and 5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Wurkkos FC11C is 6.8 mm (0.27 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC17, and 5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC17 Check price ↗ | Wurkkos FC11C Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 123 mm (4.84 in) | 116.2 mm (4.58 in)−6.8 mm |
| Head / width | 32 mm (1.26 in) | 27 mm (1.06 in)−5 mm |
| Thickness | 16 mm (0.63 in) | — |
| Weight | 106 g listed | 65 g without battery |
| Battery | Built-in | 18650 |
| Max output | 1,500 lm | 1,200 lm |
| Throw | 230 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $94.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $23.99 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 FC11C: how they differ
Size and weight
The Wurkkos FC11C is the shorter light: 116.2 mm (4.58 in) against 123 mm (4.84 in), a difference of 6.8 mm (6%). At its widest point the Wurkkos FC11C is 5 mm slimmer (27 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC17: 106 g listed; Wurkkos FC11C: 65 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC17 is rated brighter: 1,500 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Wurkkos FC11C, 25% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC17 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Wurkkos FC11C runs on a removable 18650 battery. Only the Wurkkos FC11C 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 Wurkkos FC11C $23.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Wurkkos FC11C cost $70.96 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 more output (1,500 lm vs 1,200 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Wurkkos FC11C if you want a shorter light (6.8 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (5 mm narrower) 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 ↗ Wurkkos FC11C
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EDC17 vs FC11C FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC17 or the Wurkkos FC11C?
The Wurkkos FC11C is the shorter light: 116.2 mm (4.58 in) against 123 mm (4.84 in), a difference of 6.8 mm (6%). At its widest point the Wurkkos FC11C is 5 mm slimmer (27 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC17: 106 g listed; Wurkkos FC11C: 65 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC17 or the Wurkkos FC11C?
The Nitecore EDC17 is rated brighter: 1,500 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Wurkkos FC11C, 25% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC17 or the Wurkkos FC11C?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC17 was $94.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Wurkkos FC11C $23.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Wurkkos FC11C cost $70.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC17 and Wurkkos FC11C use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC17 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Wurkkos FC11C runs on a removable 18650 battery. Only the Wurkkos FC11C 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.
- Wurkkos FC11C: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. Price $23.99 from flashlightgo.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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