Nitecore EDC25 vs Nitecore MT2A Pro size comparison

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The Nitecore MT2A Pro is 6.6 mm (0.26 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC25, and 11.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Nitecore EDC25 · 136.4 mmPhoto: NitecorePhoto: NitecoreNitecore MT2A Pro · 143 mmPhoto: NitecorePhoto: Nitecore

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The Nitecore MT2A Pro is 6.6 mm (0.26 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC25, and 11.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Nitecore EDC25
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Nitecore MT2A Pro
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Length136.4 mm (5.37 in)143 mm (5.63 in)+6.6 mm
Head / width31.5 mm (1.24 in)20 mm (0.79 in)−11.5 mm
Body—17 mm (0.67 in)
Thickness21.3 mm (0.84 in)—
Weight104 g with battery98 g listed
BatteryBuilt-in2x AA / NL1416R
Max output3,000 lm1,000 lm
Throw—255 m
TypeEDCEDC
Price$74.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$44.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
Sourcenitecorestore.com sourced
Listed L-5.37" x W-1.24" x H-0.84", 3.67 oz; converted
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EDC25 vs MT2A Pro: how they differ

Size and weight

The Nitecore EDC25 is the shorter light: 136.4 mm (5.37 in) against 143 mm (5.63 in), a difference of 6.6 mm (5%). At its widest point the Nitecore MT2A Pro is 11.5 mm slimmer (20 vs 31.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC25: 104 g with battery; Nitecore MT2A Pro: 98 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Nitecore EDC25 is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Nitecore MT2A Pro, 200% more.

Battery

The Nitecore EDC25 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Nitecore MT2A Pro runs on removable 2x AA / NL1416R batteries. Only the Nitecore MT2A Pro lets you swap in a charged spare.

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC25 was $74.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Nitecore MT2A Pro $44.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MT2A Pro cost $30.00 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 EDC25 if you want a shorter light (6.6 mm shorter), more output (3,000 lm vs 1,000 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Nitecore MT2A Pro if you want a slimmer profile (11.5 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.

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EDC25 vs MT2A Pro FAQ

Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC25 or the Nitecore MT2A Pro?

The Nitecore EDC25 is the shorter light: 136.4 mm (5.37 in) against 143 mm (5.63 in), a difference of 6.6 mm (5%). At its widest point the Nitecore MT2A Pro is 11.5 mm slimmer (20 vs 31.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC25: 104 g with battery; Nitecore MT2A Pro: 98 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC25 or the Nitecore MT2A Pro?

The Nitecore EDC25 is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Nitecore MT2A Pro, 200% more.

Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC25 or the Nitecore MT2A Pro?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC25 was $74.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Nitecore MT2A Pro $44.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MT2A Pro cost $30.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Nitecore EDC25 and Nitecore MT2A Pro use the same battery?

The Nitecore EDC25 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Nitecore MT2A Pro runs on removable 2x AA / NL1416R batteries. Only the Nitecore MT2A Pro lets you swap in a charged spare.

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