Nitecore EDC25 vs Nitecore EDC29 size comparison
The Nitecore EDC29 is 2.8 mm (0.11 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC25, and 3 mm wider at its widest point. It is 56 g heavier (with battery).
The Nitecore EDC29 is 2.8 mm (0.11 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC25, and 3 mm wider at its widest point. It is 56 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC25 Check price ↗ | Nitecore EDC29 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 136.4 mm (5.37 in) | 133.6 mm (5.26 in)−2.8 mm |
| Head / width | 31.5 mm (1.24 in) | 34.5 mm (1.36 in)+3 mm |
| Thickness | 21.3 mm (0.84 in) | 22.6 mm (0.89 in)+1.3 mm |
| Weight | 104 g with battery | 160 g with battery+56 g |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | 6,500 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $74.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.37" x W-1.24" x H-0.84", 3.67 oz; converted | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.26" x W-1.36" x H-0.89", 5.64 oz; converted |
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EDC25 vs EDC29: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC29 is the shorter light: 133.6 mm (5.26 in) against 136.4 mm (5.37 in), a difference of 2.8 mm (2%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC25 is 3 mm slimmer (31.5 vs 34.5 mm). The Nitecore EDC25 is 56 g lighter (104 g vs 160 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC29 is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Nitecore EDC25, 117% 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 EDC25 was $74.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Nitecore EDC29 $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Nitecore EDC25 cost $35.00 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 EDC25 if you want a slimmer profile (3 mm narrower) and less weight (56 g lighter). Choose the Nitecore EDC29 if you want more output (6,500 lm vs 3,000 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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EDC25 vs EDC29 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC25 or the Nitecore EDC29?
The Nitecore EDC29 is the shorter light: 133.6 mm (5.26 in) against 136.4 mm (5.37 in), a difference of 2.8 mm (2%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC25 is 3 mm slimmer (31.5 vs 34.5 mm). The Nitecore EDC25 is 56 g lighter (104 g vs 160 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC25 or the Nitecore EDC29?
The Nitecore EDC29 is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Nitecore EDC25, 117% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC25 or the Nitecore EDC29?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC25 was $74.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Nitecore EDC29 $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Nitecore EDC25 cost $35.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC25 and Nitecore EDC29 use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
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Sources
- Nitecore EDC25: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $74.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore EDC29: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $109.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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