Nitecore EDC29 vs Wurkkos FC12C size comparison
The Wurkkos FC12C is 2.9 mm (0.11 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC29, and 10.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Wurkkos FC12C is 2.9 mm (0.11 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC29, and 10.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC29 Check price ↗ | Wurkkos FC12C Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 133.6 mm (5.26 in) | 136.5 mm (5.37 in)+2.9 mm |
| Head / width | 34.5 mm (1.36 in) | 24 mm (0.94 in)−10.5 mm |
| Thickness | 22.6 mm (0.89 in) | — |
| Weight | 160 g with battery | 85 g listed (battery unspecified) |
| Battery | Built-in | 21700 |
| Max output | 6,500 lm | — |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $35.99 at flashlightgo.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 | flashlightgo.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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EDC29 vs FC12C: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC29 is the shorter light: 133.6 mm (5.26 in) against 136.5 mm (5.37 in), a difference of 2.9 mm (2%). At its widest point the Wurkkos FC12C is 10.5 mm slimmer (24 vs 34.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC29: 160 g with battery; Wurkkos FC12C: 85 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC29 is rated at 6,500 lm; we have no published maximum for the Wurkkos FC12C.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Wurkkos FC12C runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Wurkkos FC12C 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 Wurkkos FC12C $35.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Wurkkos FC12C cost $73.96 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 a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Wurkkos FC12C if you want a slimmer profile (10.5 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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EDC29 vs FC12C FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC29 or the Wurkkos FC12C?
The Nitecore EDC29 is the shorter light: 133.6 mm (5.26 in) against 136.5 mm (5.37 in), a difference of 2.9 mm (2%). At its widest point the Wurkkos FC12C is 10.5 mm slimmer (24 vs 34.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC29: 160 g with battery; Wurkkos FC12C: 85 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC29 or the Wurkkos FC12C?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC29 was $109.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Wurkkos FC12C $35.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Wurkkos FC12C cost $73.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC29 and Wurkkos FC12C use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Wurkkos FC12C runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Wurkkos FC12C 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.
- Wurkkos FC12C: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. Price $35.99 from flashlightgo.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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