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Nitecore EDC09 Rotating Head vs Nitecore EDC31
Nitecore EDC09 Rotating Head ($70) vs Nitecore EDC31 ($54.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Nitecore EDC09 Rotating Head | Nitecore EDC31 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $70 | $54.95 |
| Weight | 114g | 100g |
| Output | 1600lm max | — |
| Head | 90° rotating mechanism | — |
| Magnet | Yes, base mount | — |
| CCT | 3 temperature modes | — |
| Throw | 153m | — |
| Charge | USB-C | — |
| Weight | — | 100g (3.53 oz, Nitecore product page) |
Pros & Cons
Nitecore EDC09 Rotating Head
- 90° rotating head — clip and aim anywhere
- Magnetic base hands-free
- 1600lm from EDC size
- 3 CCT temperature modes
- USB-C rechargeable
- 114g heavier than basic EDC lights
- Rotating mechanism adds bulk
- $70 premium vs simpler lights
Nitecore EDC31
- Tail switch
- four brightness levels
- 100g
- $54.95
Nitecore EDC31 is the better value at $54.95. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.