Nitecore EDC35 vs Sofirn SC33 size comparison
The Sofirn SC33 is 6.8 mm (0.27 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC35, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Sofirn SC33 is 6.8 mm (0.27 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC35, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC35 Check price ↗ | Sofirn SC33 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 124.2 mm (4.89 in) | 131 mm (5.16 in)+6.8 mm |
| Head / width | 31.8 mm (1.25 in) | 32 mm (1.26 in)+0.2 mm |
| Body | 25.9 mm (1.02 in) | — |
| Weight | 178 g with battery | 110 g without battery |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 5,000 lm | 5,200 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed 4.89" / head 1.25" / tube 1.02", 6.28 oz with clip; converted | flashlightgo.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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EDC35 vs SC33: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC35 is the shorter light: 124.2 mm (4.89 in) against 131 mm (5.16 in), a difference of 6.8 mm (5%). At their widest points they are about the same (31.8 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC35: 178 g with battery; Sofirn SC33: 110 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Sofirn SC33 is rated brighter: 5,200 lm maximum vs 5,000 lm for the Nitecore EDC35, 4% more.
Battery
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC35 was $89.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Sofirn SC33 from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC33 cost $47.96 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 EDC35 if you want a shorter light (6.8 mm shorter). On the specs we track, the Nitecore EDC35 is ahead or level everywhere; the Sofirn SC33 makes sense mainly if its price, interface or a feature we don't track suits you better. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Nitecore EDC35 Check price ↗ Sofirn SC33
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EDC35 vs SC33 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC35 or the Sofirn SC33?
The Nitecore EDC35 is the shorter light: 124.2 mm (4.89 in) against 131 mm (5.16 in), a difference of 6.8 mm (5%). At their widest points they are about the same (31.8 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC35: 178 g with battery; Sofirn SC33: 110 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC35 or the Sofirn SC33?
The Sofirn SC33 is rated brighter: 5,200 lm maximum vs 5,000 lm for the Nitecore EDC35, 4% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC35 or the Sofirn SC33?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC35 was $89.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Sofirn SC33 from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC33 cost $47.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC35 and Sofirn SC33 use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Nitecore EDC35: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Price $89.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Sofirn SC33: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. Price from $41.99 from flashlightgo.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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