Nitecore EDC23 vs Olight ArkPro Lite size comparison
The Olight ArkPro Lite is 8.1 mm (0.32 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC23, and 6 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 4 g heavier (with battery).
The Olight ArkPro Lite is 8.1 mm (0.32 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC23, and 6 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 4 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC23 Check price ↗ | Olight ArkPro Lite Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 102.9 mm (4.05 in) | 111 mm (4.37 in)+8.1 mm |
| Head / width | 33 mm (1.30 in) | 27 mm (1.06 in)−6 mm |
| Thickness | 22.6 mm (0.89 in) | 16 mm (0.63 in)−6.6 mm |
| Weight | 101 g with battery | 105 g with battery+4 g |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 2,500 lm | 1,200 lm |
| Throw | — | 94 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $74.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | not verified yet |
| Source | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-4.05" x W-1.30" x H-0.89", 3.56 oz; converted | olight.com sourced Dims from ArkPro series comparison table; output/throw from Battery Junction |
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EDC23 vs ArkPro Lite: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC23 is the shorter light: 102.9 mm (4.05 in) against 111 mm (4.37 in), a difference of 8.1 mm (7%). At its widest point the Olight ArkPro Lite is 6 mm slimmer (27 vs 33 mm). The Nitecore EDC23 is 4 g lighter (101 g vs 105 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC23 is rated brighter: 2,500 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Olight ArkPro Lite, 108% more.
Battery
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a flat body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore EDC23 if you want a shorter light (8.1 mm shorter) and more output (2,500 lm vs 1,200 lm). Choose the Olight ArkPro Lite if you want a slimmer profile (6 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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EDC23 vs ArkPro Lite FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC23 or the Olight ArkPro Lite?
The Nitecore EDC23 is the shorter light: 102.9 mm (4.05 in) against 111 mm (4.37 in), a difference of 8.1 mm (7%). At its widest point the Olight ArkPro Lite is 6 mm slimmer (27 vs 33 mm). The Nitecore EDC23 is 4 g lighter (101 g vs 105 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC23 or the Olight ArkPro Lite?
The Nitecore EDC23 is rated brighter: 2,500 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Olight ArkPro Lite, 108% more.
Do the Nitecore EDC23 and Olight ArkPro Lite use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
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Sources
- Nitecore EDC23: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Price $74.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Olight ArkPro Lite: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer). No verified price yet.
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