Noctigon KR1 vs Lumintop EDC20
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Quick take: The Lumintop EDC20 costs $0.04999999999999716 less; the Lumintop EDC20 is brighter (2,000 vs 1,200 lm); the Noctigon KR1 throws farther (639m vs 600m).
| Spec | Noctigon KR1 | Lumintop EDC20 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $50 | $49.95 |
| Rating | — | — |
| Type | Thrower | Thrower |
| Lumens | 1,200 lm | 2,000 lm |
| Candela | 102,000 cd | 90,000 cd |
| Beam distance | 639m | 600m |
| Runtime | 1 hr (high) | 1 min + 1 hr 40 min (turbo) |
| Battery | 18650 | 18350 |
| LED | Osram CSLPM1 | Not named by the maker |
| Beam type | Throw | Throw |
| Modes | Ramping + Stepped | 5 Stepped + Strobe/SOS/Beacon |
| UI | Anduril 2 | |
| IP rating | IP67 | IPX8 |
| CRI | 70 | |
| Weight | 4.2 oz (without battery) | 3.8 oz (with battery) |
| Dimensions | 4.5 x 1.3 in | 3.2 x 1.6 in |
| Warranty | Manufacturer Limited | Not stated |
What owners report
Noctigon KR1
- ✓Throws exceptionally well for a pocket-sized light
- ✓Stainless steel bezel — professional-looking and far tougher than aluminium
- ✓Threads and o-rings properly greased from the factory
- ✓Wide emitter and colour-bin choice
- ✓Light enough that owners actually carry it, unlike heavier alternatives
- ✗The default clip is too roomy for daily carry — swap for the KR4 deep-carry clip
- ✗No USB charging; a dedicated lithium-ion charger is required
- ✗Steep pricing for the format
- ✗Small-batch enthusiast supply rather than retail availability
- ✗Little spill, as with any thrower