Nitecore has launched a very compact flashlight, the EDC23 Saber, which features USB-C charging within its EDC (Everyday Carry) lineup. Measuring around 10 centimeters in length and weighing 100 grams, it stands out as the tiniest model in the collection, while still embodying some pros and cons typical of EDC devices.
Features and Limitations
A clear drawback is that the built-in 1,500 mAh battery is non-removable. However, the flashlight incorporates the advantages of the larger EDC20 models, including an OLED display that shows status and allows for power adjustment. Additionally, the EDC23 Saber includes a slide switch designed to prevent accidental activation of the flashlight.
Brightness and Performance
The flashlight utilizes UHI-25 LEDs that emit a cool white light (6,500K, with slight variations promised by Nitecore) and can produce a maximum brightness of 2,500 lumens, covering a distance of 280 meters. This brightness level is in turbo mode, which reduces automatically if the flashlight overheats, yet it remains functional even when the battery is low. In the 1,100 lumens mode, Nitecore assures that the flashlight can operate for extended durations, as heat is evenly distributed throughout the body of the torch.
Battery Life and Durability
In terms of battery performance, the EDC23 lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes on high mode at 1,100 lumens. There are additional modes available, including a mid setting (200 lumens for 3 hours and 45 minutes), a low mode (65 lumens for 11 hours), and an ultra-low mode with 15 lumens that lasts for 39 hours. A strobe function is also included. Furthermore, the flashlight has an IP54 rating, indicating it is resistant to shocks.
The EDC23 is anticipated to hit store shelves soon, but Nitecore has not yet disclosed the pricing details.
