Nitecore NU25 vs Nitecore EDC17
Nitecore NU25 ($30) vs Nitecore EDC17 ($94.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Nitecore NU25 | Nitecore EDC17 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $30 | $94.95 |
| Weight | 40g | 106g |
| Max Output | 400 lm | — |
| Modes | 3 + Red | — |
| Battery | Built-in 1800mAh | Built-in 1,500mAh Li-ion, USB-C |
| Charging | USB-C | — |
| Weight | 40g | 106g (3.74 oz, Nitecore product page) |
| Runtime | 45 hrs (low) | — |
| Output | — | 1,500 lumens (white LED) |
| Throw | — | 230 m |
| Size | — | 123 x 32 x 16 mm |
| Extras | — | UV light and green laser |
Pros & Cons
Nitecore NU25
- 40g headlamp genuinely pocketable
- USB-C charging removes battery hassle
- Red light for night vision preservation
- 400 lm modest for serious outdoor use
- Built-in battery — no field replacement
- Single band — no angle adjustment
Nitecore EDC17
- Flat 16 mm body that pocket-clips like a pen
- 1,500 lumens and 230 m of throw
- UV light and green laser in the same body
- 106 g with the battery inside
- $94.95, well above a plain EDC flashlight
- Built-in battery, so no swapping a spare
- A laser pointer is a feature many carriers never use
Nitecore NU25 is the better value at $30. Both are part of our curated headlamp index — tap through to check current pricing.