Nitecore
Flashlights, headlamps & power banks since 2007

Nitecore – innovation as core principle since 2007

Most premium flashlight brands have a clear positioning : tactical-pro (Surefire), tool-image with ANSI standards (Fenix), or outdoor lifestyle (Olight). Nitecore positions itself differently – through innovation and design leadership. SYSMAX Innovations Co. Ltd. (Singapore) is the only flashlight brand worldwide to have won all four major international design awards : the German iF Design Award, the Red Dot Design Award, the Japanese G-Mark, and the American IDEA. ISPO and Outstanding Outdoor add to that for outdoor-specific innovation. These accolades are not just trophies – they shape product development. Where other manufacturers iterate on existing designs, Nitecore typically delivers an industry first every year.

Concrete examples from company history : 2008, the first AA LED flashlight with stepless brightness adjustment (NDI). 2009, the first flashlight with Smart Piston Drive system (D10) – operated via the battery as switch. 2011, the world’s smallest 2'000-lumen searchlight (TM11). Later, the first carbon-fibre power banks of the NB series, defining a new weight-to-capacity ratio with under 300 g for 20'000 mAh. And in 2024, the NH2400 series : first 1.5V Li-Ion AA batteries with USB-C direct charging built into the cell. If you look for a brand that doesn’t just deliver the proven but often presents the next generation, you’re right with Nitecore.

The second core principle is range breadth. While competitors focus on flashlights, Nitecore builds a full outdoor power ecosystem : lights, power banks, batteries, chargers, EDC tools, backpacks, bite healers, signal whistles. If you buy an NB20000 Gen3 power bank, an NTP30 titanium pen as EDC tool, and an EDC35 as flashlight, you have the same brand promise across three different product categories.

Nitecore model families at a glance

Nitecore organises its range by clear letter codes. Here are the key series :

E and EDC series – Everyday Carry

Compact lights with a flat profile for trouser pocket and belt clip. Example models : EDC27 (3'000 lumens, ultra-flat), EDC29 (6'500 lumens – one of the brightest EDC lights on the market), EDC31 (3'500 lumens, IP68), EDC33 (4'000 lumens), EDC35 (5'000 lumens, 550 m beam distance). Profile : remarkably flat body so the light doesn’t protrude in the pocket, USB-C direct charging and proprietary UHi LED technology for higher lumens-per-watt efficiency.

P series – Precise (tactical)

Tactical all-rounders for police, security and professional outdoor work. Example models : P10iX, P20iX (4'000 lumens, 21700 battery, USB-C). Profile : tail switch for strobe and momentary, side switch for mode selection, crenellated bezel, strike-bezel function. The P20iX is one of the most-recommended tactical lights for Swiss security personnel in this lumen class.

MH series – Multitask Hybrid

Rechargeable tactical lights for extended professional use. Example models : MH12 Pro, MH20, MH20GT. Profile : more compact than the P series but with a battery system close to ARB-class (NL series 18650/21700), often with a beam-spread reflector for a wider beam than pure tactical lights.

TM series – Tiny Monster

Searchlight class. Example models : TM10K, TM39, TM12K. Profile : up to 12'000+ lumens, beam distances over 1'000 m, OLED display showing battery status and mode. The TM series is Nitecore’s answer to the LR class of competitors.

TINI and TIP series – Keychain

Mini EDC for the keyring. Profile : USB-C direct charging, integrated battery, OLED display (TINI 2 SS), under 30 g weight. Functionally between emergency backup and daily use.

NU and HC/HA series – Headlamps

Headlamps for outdoor and professional use. NU series is lighter (trail running, camping), HC/HA series is more rugged (bushcraft, mountain rescue, industry). Example models : NU25 V2, NU33, HC65, HC60. Profile : red-light mode to preserve night vision, USB-C charging, often with reserve-battery option (AA or built-in).

CI series – Concealed Infrared

Specialty lights with infrared or UV output. Example models : CI4, CI7. Applications : forensics, wildlife observation with night-vision device, UV inspection. A niche covered by virtually no other flashlight brand.

NB and CARBO series – carbon-fibre power banks

Nitecore essentially defined the carbon-fibre power bank category. Example models : NB10000 Gen3 / Gen4 (10'000 mAh, 22.5 W, ca. 150 g), NB20000 Gen3 (20'000 mAh, 22.5 W, 291 g – one of the lightest 20'000-mAh power banks on the market), CARBO 10000 (10'000 mAh, 20 W). Profile : carbon fibre cuts the weight-to-capacity ratio by 30–40 % versus aluminium housings. For backpacking, bikepacking and multi-day tours a clear advantage.

NL series – Li-Ion batteries

18650 and 21700 Li-Ion batteries with integrated protection. Example models : NL1840 (18650, 4'000 mAh), NL2160 (21700, 6'000 mAh), NL2160HP (high-drain variant for tactical lights). Profile : protection against deep discharge, overcharge and short circuit.

NH series – 1.5V Li-Ion AA

One of the more original innovations : AA-format batteries with 1.5V Li-Ion chemistry instead of the usual 1.2V NiMH. Example model : NH2400 (4-pack, USB-C direct charging in the cell itself). Advantage : constant 1.5V over the entire discharge curve (NiMH already drops to 1.2V after 30 %), USB-C charging without external charger. For devices that require 1.5V (blood-pressure monitors, radios, keyboards) this is a real step up.

NTP and NTK series – titanium EDC

Tactical pens and mini knives in titanium or aluminium. Example models : NTP30 (titanium tactical pen), NTP31 (aluminium tactical pen), NTK05 (mini titanium keychain knife), NTK10 (titanium knife). Profile : 6Al4V titanium, glass-breaker tip (NTP), functional pen cartridge. For EDC enthusiasts, a complete range from a single brand.

Model-family comparison table

Bestsellers at Swiss-Sale.ch

From experience these are the bestselling Nitecore products in Switzerland. They show clearly why Nitecore is a multi-category brand :

• Nitecore EDC35 – 5'000 lumens with 550 m beam distance in an ultra-flat EDC format. The Swiss top pick if you want a bright light that doesn’t protrude in the pocket.
• Nitecore P20iX – 4'000-lumen tactical light with 21700 battery and strike bezel. For security and professional outdoor work.
• Nitecore NB20000 Gen3 – 20'000 mAh carbon-fibre power bank weighing only 291 g. Backpacker and bikepacker bestseller.
• Nitecore CARBO 10000 – 10'000 mAh carbon power bank with 20 W USB-C PD. The compact alternative for daypack and day-tour use.
• Nitecore NTP30 – titanium tactical pen with glass breaker and functional pen cartridge. The Swiss reference model in this category.
• Nitecore NH2400 4-pack – 1.5V Li-Ion AA with USB-C direct charging in the cell. Enables high-quality AA power without an external charger.

You’ll find the full flashlight range under LED flashlights, all headlamps under headlamps.

What sets Nitecore apart from no-name lights

Four international design awards (grand-slam)

Nitecore is the only flashlight brand worldwide to have won all four major design awards : iF (Germany), Red Dot (Germany), G-Mark (Japan), IDEA (USA). These awards aren’t bought – juries of international designers assess functionality, usability, material choice and innovation. That feeds directly back into product quality.

Verified ANSI lumens

Like all serious premium manufacturers, Nitecore measures lumens per the ANSI/PLATO FL1 standard : 30 seconds after switch-on, in stable thermal state, with the supplied battery. A Nitecore EDC29 rated at „6'500 lumens“ delivers 6'500 ANSI lumens. With no-name lights such ratings are often peak output that drops by half within 5–10 seconds.

ATR (Active Temperature Regulation)

A proprietary Nitecore technology that monitors LED temperature in real time and adjusts output dynamically – protecting the LED without throttling early. In practice : Nitecore lights often hold maximum brightness longer than competitors before stepping down for thermal reasons.

Carbon-fibre housings on power banks

Aluminium power banks have a physically fixed weight floor for their capacity. Carbon fibre breaks that floor – the Nitecore NB20000 Gen3 weighs 291 g for 20'000 mAh, about 30 % less than comparable aluminium power banks. On multi-day outdoor tours, every gram counts.

5-year manufacturer warranty on flashlights

SYSMAX Innovations provides 5 years of warranty against material and manufacturing defects on most flashlight models. Batteries and power banks have shorter warranties (typically 12 months). We handle warranty cases through our Swiss warehouse – you don’t need to ship anything to China.

Which Nitecore matches your application?

Batteries and chargers – the NL and i system

Nitecore runs its own battery and charging ecosystem with protection circuits. Key components :

• NL series : 18650 and 21700 lithium-ion batteries. Examples : NL1840 (18650, 4'000 mAh), NL2160 (21700, 6'000 mAh), NL2160HP (high-drain for tactical lights with high current demand), NL1836R (18650 with USB-C direct charge built into the cell).
• NH series : 1.5V Li-Ion AA batteries. NH2400 4-pack with USB-C direct charging.
• i / D / UM series : external chargers in various configurations (1-bay, 2-bay, 4-bay), often with LCD display showing voltage, current and time-remaining.
• SG series : silicone grease (e.g. SG7) for thread and O-ring care on flashlights – extends life and keeps IP sealing intact.

Most USB-C-rechargeable lights ship with the matching battery in the box. For multi-day tours with tactical lights, a spare NL battery is worth carrying.

Why buy Nitecore at Swiss-Sale.ch?

We are an authorised Swiss dealer for Nitecore and stock the current range from our warehouse in Menzingen ZG. Concretely :

• 🇨🇭 Swiss warehouse Menzingen ZG – dispatch within 1–2 business days
• 🚚 Free shipping over CHF 100, no customs, no EU waiting time
• 🛡 Full manufacturer warranty handled by us – 5 years on flashlights, warranty cases via our Swiss warehouse
• 📞 Personal advice Mon–Fri at +41 41 755 34 33 or via info@swiss-sale.ch
• 🏪 Showroom Menzingen ZG – check flashlights, power banks and EDC tools in hand before you buy
• 🔋 Original NL batteries, NB power banks and NH AA batteries in stock – no waiting for replacements
• ↩️ 30-day voluntary return policy on top of statutory warranty

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