Nitecore D10 vs NDI

[LightWalker]

Why does the NDI sell for $20 more than the D10? What advantages does the NDI have over the D10? I ask because I read of people selling their NDI's so they can buy the D10.:thinking:

 

[LED-holic]

Re: Nitecore D10 Vs NDI

The NDI was revolutionary when it came out.

I think the D10 and EX10 has reduced the value of a lot of other similar lights, since it's such a great value with so many features. I dare say it's probably one of the best values / best buys in flashlights right now.

It isn't fair to compare other similar lights against the D10 / EX10 when it comes to price.

 

[Oddjob]

Re: Nitecore D10 Vs NDI

Like any changing technology as time goes by and innovations continue new models will be better for the same price. My iPod was $400.00 three years ago for 20 Gb now for the same price you can get 4+ times the memory with nicer features as well. Custom lights will hold their value or increase but production lights in the sub $100.00 range will continue to get better and more affordable IMO.

 

[1dash1]

Re: Nitecore D10 Vs NDI

In case anyone's interested, here's a summary of the basic differences:
1. D10 cheaper.
2. NDI has additional flashing modes.
3. NDI accesses higher functions via snappy-twist interface. D10 accesses higher functions via press-button interface.
4. D10's knurling is more aggressive than the NDI's.
5. NDI has a crenelated bezel.
6. In theory, the D10's switch design is more reliable.
7. In certain applications, there is an advantage to D10's "nonconductive" barrel design.
8. The D10 can tailstand.
9. The D10 is smaller (89x19mm vs. 95x20mm). Both weigh in at 40g.
10. The NDI is less prone to roll.
11. The NDI has a low-voltage alarm.

One could also argue that one of the D10's advantages is being paired with a sister EX10, for those who like a sense of symmetry or who simply have an insatiable appetite for more lights. :devil:

 

[Oddjob]

Re: Nitecore D10 Vs NDI

In case anyone's interested, here's a summary of the basic differences:
1. D10 cheaper.
2. NDI has additional flashing modes.
3. NDI accesses higher functions via snappy-twist interface. D10 accesses higher functions via press-button interface.
4. D10's knurling is more aggressive than the NDI's.
5. NDI has a crenelated bezel.
6. In theory, the D10's switch design is more reliable.
7. In certain applications, there is an advantage to D10's "nonconductive" barrel design.
8. The D10 can tailstand.
9. The D10 is smaller (89x19mm vs. 95x20mm). Both weigh in at 40g.
10. The NDI is less prone to roll.
11. The NDI has a low-voltage alarm.

One could also argue that one of the D10's advantages is being paired with a sister EX10, for those who like a sense of symmetry or who simply have an insatiable appetite for more lights. :devil:

Nice summary and nice avatar.

 

[Federal LG]

Re: Nitecore D10 Vs NDI

It isn't fair to compare other similar lights against the D10 / EX10 when it comes to price.

+1 :thumbsup:

 

[xcel730]

Re: Nitecore D10 Vs NDI

Why does the NDI sell for $20 more than the D10? What advantages does the NDI have over the D10? I ask because I read of people selling their NDI's so they can buy the D10.:thinking:

I was probably among the few who started the trend I sold my NDI for $55 ... enough to cover for my D10. I've kept my NDI as long as I have because that's the only AA flashlight I have (excluding MiniMags).

 

[xcel730]

Re: Nitecore D10 Vs NDI

oops cpf hiccup. double post

 

[1dash1]

Re: Nitecore D10 Vs NDI

Nice summary and nice avatar.

Oddjob:

Thanks!

Regarding the avatar: A few people might recognize the tree. It's lychee season here in Hilo and it's a bumper crop!

P.S. Tosh Togo (Oddjob) was one of my favorite wrestlers growing up, watching "50th State Wrestling". Others included Curtis "The Bull" Iaukea, Ripper Collins, Handsome Johnny Barend, Gentleman Jim Hady, Neff Maiava, Mr. Ed Francis, and Lord Tallyho Blears.

 

[worldedit]

Re: Nitecore D10 Vs NDI

Does anyone know if the D10 runs better on NiMH? Thats the only thing i didnt like when the NDI first came out.

 

[enLIGHTenment]

Re: Nitecore D10 Vs NDI

I think the D10 and EX10 has reduced the value of a lot of other similar lights, since it's such a great value with so many features. I dare say it's probably one of the best values / best buys in flashlights right now.

:huh2: There's no way to pass judgment on the value of the D10 and EX10 until the lights are actually in the hands of reviewers and end users. As far as manufacturer specifications are concerned, the D10 and EX10 look like very good value for the money, but taking manufacturer claims at face value is foolhardy. A lot of things could change by the time the lights reach end users. It might turn out that the specs were exaggerations. The beam quality could be awful. The build quality could be substandard. The driver could burn out after half an hour of use. And so on. On the other hand, the lights may well live up to manufacturer claims and be the best value available. Until the lights are in unbiased hands, however, there's just no way to know.

 

[LED-holic]

Re: Nitecore D10 Vs NDI

:huh2: There's no way to pass judgment on the value of the D10 and EX10 until the lights are actually in the hands of reviewers and end users. As far as manufacturer specifications are concerned, the D10 and EX10 look like very good value for the money, but taking manufacturer claims at face value is foolhardy. A lot of things could change by the time the lights reach end users. It might turn out that the specs were exaggerations. The beam quality could be awful. The build quality could be substandard. The driver could burn out after half an hour of use. And so on. On the other hand, the lights may well live up to manufacturer claims and be the best value available. Until the lights are in unbiased hands, however, there's just no way to know.

True, but 47's is a special exception because of his honesty, customer service, and flashlight knowledge in general.

Unless a reviewer has the light and decries it as not living up to the specs, 47's specfications are true and 100% valid as far as I (and I suspect many many other CPFers) are concerned.

Why else would there have been 400+ pre-orders, without a formal review, beamshots, comparisions, etc, at all? Many even pre-ordered without a product description AT ALL!! That's the kind of credibility that 47's has around here!! :thumbsup:

 

[LightWalker]

Re: Nitecore D10 Vs NDI

True, but 47's is a special exception because of his honesty, customer service, and flashlight knowledge in general.

Unless a reviewer has the light and decries it as not living up to the specs, 47's specfications are true and 100% valid as far as I (and I suspect many many other CPFers) are concerned.

Why else would there have been 400+ pre-orders, without a formal review, beamshots, comparisions, etc, at all? Many even pre-ordered without a product description AT ALL!! That's the kind of credibility that 47's has around here!! :thumbsup:

Very True, I don't think I would have preordered the D10 if not for 47's involvment.

 

[SilentK]

The D10 should be a good enough reason to my girlfriend so i can buy some eneloops. yeah i am so looking forward to reciving mine. :twothumbs i see no advantage in the NDI other than, well, nothing.