Nitecore EDC29 vs ThruNite TC20 V3 size comparison
The ThruNite TC20 V3 is 8.6 mm (0.34 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC29, and 0.5 mm wider at its widest point. It is 37 g heavier (with battery).
The ThruNite TC20 V3 is 8.6 mm (0.34 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC29, and 0.5 mm wider at its widest point. It is 37 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC29 Check price ↗ | ThruNite TC20 V3 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 133.6 mm (5.26 in) | 125 mm (4.92 in)−8.6 mm |
| Head / width | 34.5 mm (1.36 in) | 35 mm (1.38 in)+0.5 mm |
| Body | — | 28 mm (1.10 in) |
| Thickness | 22.6 mm (0.89 in) | — |
| Weight | 160 g with battery | 197 g with battery+37 g |
| Battery | Built-in | 21700 |
| Max output | 6,500 lm | 4,720 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $79.95 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 TC20 V3: how they differ
Size and weight
The ThruNite TC20 V3 is the shorter light: 125 mm (4.92 in) against 133.6 mm (5.26 in), a difference of 8.6 mm (6%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC29 is 0.5 mm slimmer (34.5 vs 35 mm). The Nitecore EDC29 is 37 g lighter (160 g vs 197 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC29 is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 4,720 lm for the ThruNite TC20 V3, 38% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the ThruNite TC20 V3 runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the ThruNite TC20 V3 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 ThruNite TC20 V3 $79.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TC20 V3 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 EDC29 if you want less weight (37 g lighter), more output (6,500 lm vs 4,720 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the ThruNite TC20 V3 if you want a shorter light (8.6 mm shorter) 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 TC20 V3 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC29 or the ThruNite TC20 V3?
The ThruNite TC20 V3 is the shorter light: 125 mm (4.92 in) against 133.6 mm (5.26 in), a difference of 8.6 mm (6%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC29 is 0.5 mm slimmer (34.5 vs 35 mm). The Nitecore EDC29 is 37 g lighter (160 g vs 197 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC29 or the ThruNite TC20 V3?
The Nitecore EDC29 is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 4,720 lm for the ThruNite TC20 V3, 38% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC29 or the ThruNite TC20 V3?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC29 was $109.95 at nitecorestore.com and the ThruNite TC20 V3 $79.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TC20 V3 cost $30.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC29 and ThruNite TC20 V3 use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the ThruNite TC20 V3 runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the ThruNite TC20 V3 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.
- ThruNite TC20 V3: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $79.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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