Nitecore EDC29 vs Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB size comparison
The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 3 mm (0.12 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC29, and 7.6 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 35 g lighter (with battery).
The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 3 mm (0.12 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC29, and 7.6 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 35 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC29 Check price ↗ | Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 133.6 mm (5.26 in) | 130.6 mm (5.14 in)−3 mm |
| Head / width | 34.5 mm (1.36 in) | 26.9 mm (1.06 in)−7.6 mm |
| Body | — | 23.9 mm (0.94 in) |
| Thickness | 22.6 mm (0.89 in) | — |
| Weight | 160 g with battery | 125 g with battery−35 g |
| Battery | Built-in | 18650 / 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 6,500 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $83.05 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.26" x W-1.36" x H-0.89", 5.64 oz; converted | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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EDC29 vs ProTac 2L-X USB: how they differ
Size and weight
The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is the shorter light: 130.6 mm (5.14 in) against 133.6 mm (5.26 in), a difference of 3 mm (2%). At its widest point the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 7.6 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 34.5 mm). The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 35 g lighter (125 g vs 160 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC29 is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB, 1200% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. Only the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC29 was $109.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB $83.05 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB cost $26.90 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 EDC29 if you want more output (6,500 lm vs 500 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB if you want a shorter light (3 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (7.6 mm narrower), less weight (35 g lighter) 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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EDC29 vs ProTac 2L-X USB FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC29 or the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB?
The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is the shorter light: 130.6 mm (5.14 in) against 133.6 mm (5.26 in), a difference of 3 mm (2%). At its widest point the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 7.6 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 34.5 mm). The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 35 g lighter (125 g vs 160 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC29 or the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB?
The Nitecore EDC29 is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB, 1200% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC29 or the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC29 was $109.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB $83.05 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB cost $26.90 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC29 and Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. Only the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Nitecore EDC29: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Price $109.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $83.05 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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