Nitecore EDC33 vs ThruNite TC15 V3 size comparison
The ThruNite TC15 V3 is 6.4 mm (0.25 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC33, and 1.6 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite TC15 V3 is 6.4 mm (0.25 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC33, and 1.6 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC33 Check price ↗ | ThruNite TC15 V3 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 115.6 mm (4.55 in) | 122 mm (4.80 in)+6.4 mm |
| Head / width | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | 27 mm (1.06 in)+1.6 mm |
| Body | 24 mm (0.94 in) | 23 mm (0.91 in)−1 mm |
| Weight | 121 g with battery | 74 g listed |
| Battery | 18650 (built-in) | 18650 |
| Max output | 4,000 lm | 2,403 lm |
| Throw | — | 223 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $69.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $59.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | charger.nitecore.com sourced 127 g with clip | batteryjunction.com sourced Retailer lists W 27 x H 23 mm |
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EDC33 vs TC15 V3: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC33 is the shorter light: 115.6 mm (4.55 in) against 122 mm (4.80 in), a difference of 6.4 mm (5%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC33 is 1.6 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC33: 121 g with battery; ThruNite TC15 V3: 74 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC33 is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 2,403 lm for the ThruNite TC15 V3, 66% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC33 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery (18650); the ThruNite TC15 V3 runs on a removable 18650 battery. Only the ThruNite TC15 V3 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 ThruNite TC15 V3 $59.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TC15 V3 cost $9.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore EDC33 if you want a shorter light (6.4 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (1.6 mm narrower), more output (4,000 lm vs 2,403 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the ThruNite TC15 V3 if you want 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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EDC33 vs TC15 V3 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC33 or the ThruNite TC15 V3?
The Nitecore EDC33 is the shorter light: 115.6 mm (4.55 in) against 122 mm (4.80 in), a difference of 6.4 mm (5%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC33 is 1.6 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC33: 121 g with battery; ThruNite TC15 V3: 74 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC33 or the ThruNite TC15 V3?
The Nitecore EDC33 is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 2,403 lm for the ThruNite TC15 V3, 66% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC33 or the ThruNite TC15 V3?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC33 was $69.95 at batteryjunction.com and the ThruNite TC15 V3 $59.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TC15 V3 cost $9.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC33 and ThruNite TC15 V3 use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC33 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery (18650); the ThruNite TC15 V3 runs on a removable 18650 battery. Only the ThruNite TC15 V3 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Nitecore EDC33: specs from Nitecore product page (manufacturer). Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $69.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite TC15 V3: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $59.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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