Comparison Console
Olight Perun 2 vs SureFire Maximus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight Perun 2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Perun 2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Perun 2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Perun 2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 479% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Perun 2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Perun 2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Perun 2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 19900% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$81Cheapest
US$469Most expensive
Weight
161 g (5.68 oz)Lightest
195 g (6.88 oz)Heaviest
Length
121 mm (4.76 in)Longest
108.6 mm (4.28 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
6889 cdHighest candela
4100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
166 m (545 ft)Highest
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
18000 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Integrated lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
MCC3 USB magnetic charging cable with up to 2A current
Wall AC and car DC chargers included
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX4
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum alloy
Magnesium body
Use case profile
Best for
CampingFishingEveryday carryOutdoor activitiesGeneral useHousehold tasksHands-free useRight-angle illumination
Hands-free outdoor illuminationCaving and mountain adventuresAdjustable lighting needs
Common praise
High maximum output of 2500 lumensVersatile usage as headlamp or handheld flashlightFast USB magnetic charging with 2A currentBuilt-in proximity sensor for safetyStrong magnetic base and pocket clip for versatile mountingWide and broad beam suitable for close-range tasks
Adjustable output dial easy to use with glovesComfortable no-chafe headband and moisture-wicking forehead padRobust magnesium construction and reliable battery life
Common complaints
Relatively heavy and bulky for headlamp use due to large 21700 batteryMay be uncomfortable for jogging or activities with head bouncingUses cool white low-CRI LED which may not appeal to all users
Relatively heavy for a headlamp at 195 gramsCharging port protective cap may be flimsyBattery pack design protrudes and can hit objects