Nitecore P20i vs Nitecore EDC27
Quick take: The Nitecore P20i costs $10 less; the Nitecore EDC27 is brighter (3,000 vs 1,800 lm); the Nitecore P20i throws farther (340m vs 220m); the Nitecore P20i runs longer on high (2 vs 1.3 hrs).
| Spec | Nitecore P20i | Nitecore EDC27 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $70 | $80 |
| Rating | 4.4★ (600) | 4.5★ (1,800) |
| Type | Tactical | EDC |
| Lumens | 1,800 lm | 3,000 lm |
| Candela | 29,000 cd | 12,200 cd |
| Beam distance | 340m | 220m |
| Runtime | 2 hrs (high) | 1.3 hrs (high) |
| Battery | 21700 | Built-in |
| LED | Luminus SST-40 | Dual Luminus SST-40 |
| Beam type | Throw | Balanced |
| Modes | 4 Stepped | 5 Stepped |
| UI | Dual Switch | Dual Button |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP54 |
| CRI | 70 | 70 |
| Weight | 3.6 oz | 4.3 oz |
| Dimensions | 5.5 x 1.0 in | 5.4 x 1.2 in |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |