Nitecore EDC23 vs Wurkkos TS21 size comparison
The Wurkkos TS21 is 10.5 mm (0.41 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC23, and 5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Wurkkos TS21 is 10.5 mm (0.41 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC23, and 5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC23 Check price ↗ | Wurkkos TS21 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 102.9 mm (4.05 in) | 113.4 mm (4.46 in)+10.5 mm |
| Head / width | 33 mm (1.30 in) | 28 mm (1.10 in)−5 mm |
| Thickness | 22.6 mm (0.89 in) | — |
| Weight | 101 g with battery | 78 g without battery |
| Battery | Built-in | 21700 |
| Max output | 2,500 lm | 3,500 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| 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 | wurkkos.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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EDC23 vs TS21: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC23 is the shorter light: 102.9 mm (4.05 in) against 113.4 mm (4.46 in), a difference of 10.5 mm (9%). At its widest point the Wurkkos TS21 is 5 mm slimmer (28 vs 33 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC23: 101 g with battery; Wurkkos TS21: 78 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Wurkkos TS21 is rated brighter: 3,500 lm maximum vs 2,500 lm for the Nitecore EDC23, 40% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC23 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Wurkkos TS21 runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Wurkkos TS21 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore EDC23 if you want a shorter light (10.5 mm shorter) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Wurkkos TS21 if you want a slimmer profile (5 mm narrower), more output (3,500 lm vs 2,500 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 EDC23 Check price ↗ Wurkkos TS21
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EDC23 vs TS21 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC23 or the Wurkkos TS21?
The Nitecore EDC23 is the shorter light: 102.9 mm (4.05 in) against 113.4 mm (4.46 in), a difference of 10.5 mm (9%). At its widest point the Wurkkos TS21 is 5 mm slimmer (28 vs 33 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC23: 101 g with battery; Wurkkos TS21: 78 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC23 or the Wurkkos TS21?
The Wurkkos TS21 is rated brighter: 3,500 lm maximum vs 2,500 lm for the Nitecore EDC23, 40% more.
Do the Nitecore EDC23 and Wurkkos TS21 use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC23 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Wurkkos TS21 runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Wurkkos TS21 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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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.
- Wurkkos TS21: specs from Wurkkos product page (manufacturer). No verified price yet.
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