Nitecore EDC33 vs Sofirn SP36 Pro size comparison
The Sofirn SP36 Pro is 11.1 mm (0.44 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC33, and 24.6 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Sofirn SP36 Pro is 11.1 mm (0.44 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC33, and 24.6 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC33 Check price ↗ | Sofirn SP36 Pro Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 115.6 mm (4.55 in) | 126.7 mm (4.99 in)+11.1 mm |
| Head / width | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | 50 mm (1.97 in)+24.6 mm |
| Body | 24 mm (0.94 in) | — |
| Weight | 121 g with battery | 300 g without battery |
| Battery | 18650 (built-in) | 3x 18650 |
| Max output | 4,000 lm | 8,000 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | Thrower / search |
| Price | $69.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $56.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | charger.nitecore.com sourced 127 g with clip | flashlightgo.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
We may earn a commission from these links, at no cost to you. Rankings are never paid for. Disclosure
EDC33 vs SP36 Pro: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC33 is the shorter light: 115.6 mm (4.55 in) against 126.7 mm (4.99 in), a difference of 11.1 mm (9%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC33 is 24.6 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 50 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC33: 121 g with battery; Sofirn SP36 Pro: 300 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Sofirn SP36 Pro is rated brighter: 8,000 lm maximum vs 4,000 lm for the Nitecore EDC33, 100% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC33 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery (18650); the Sofirn SP36 Pro runs on removable 3x 18650 batteries. Only the Sofirn SP36 Pro lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC33 was $69.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Sofirn SP36 Pro from $56.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SP36 Pro cost $12.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
The Nitecore EDC33 is listed as edc and the Sofirn SP36 Pro as thrower / search, so they suit different jobs.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore EDC33 if you want a shorter light (11.1 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (24.6 mm narrower) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Sofirn SP36 Pro if you want more output (8,000 lm vs 4,000 lm) and a removable cell you can swap. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Nitecore EDC33 Check price ↗ Sofirn SP36 Pro
We may earn a commission from these links, at no cost to you. Rankings are never paid for. Disclosure
EDC33 vs SP36 Pro FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC33 or the Sofirn SP36 Pro?
The Nitecore EDC33 is the shorter light: 115.6 mm (4.55 in) against 126.7 mm (4.99 in), a difference of 11.1 mm (9%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC33 is 24.6 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 50 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC33: 121 g with battery; Sofirn SP36 Pro: 300 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC33 or the Sofirn SP36 Pro?
The Sofirn SP36 Pro is rated brighter: 8,000 lm maximum vs 4,000 lm for the Nitecore EDC33, 100% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC33 or the Sofirn SP36 Pro?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC33 was $69.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Sofirn SP36 Pro from $56.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SP36 Pro cost $12.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC33 and Sofirn SP36 Pro use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC33 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery (18650); the Sofirn SP36 Pro runs on removable 3x 18650 batteries. Only the Sofirn SP36 Pro lets you swap in a charged spare.
Compare Nitecore EDC33 with similar lights
Compare Sofirn SP36 Pro with similar lights
More
Sources
- Nitecore EDC33: specs from Nitecore product page (manufacturer). Price $69.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Sofirn SP36 Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. Price from $56.99 from flashlightgo.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
Found an error? Email [email protected] and we will fix it.