Comparison Console
Streamlight Septor vs SureFire Maximus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Septor stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Septor stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Maximus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 733% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Septor stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1203% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Septor stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Septor stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 733% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Septor stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 133% 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$36Cheapest
US$469Most expensive
Weight
156 g (5.50 oz)Lightest
195 g (6.88 oz)Heaviest
Length
68.6 mm (2.70 in)Shortest
108.6 mm (4.28 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
120 lmLowest output
1000 lmHighest output
Max candela
900 cdLowest candela
4100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
60 m (197 ft)Lowest
128 m (420 ft)Highest
Max runtime
210 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
AAA alkaline
Integrated lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
Unknown
Wall AC and car DC chargers included
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IPX4
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Co-molded rubber body, thermoplastic housing
Magnesium body
Use case profile
Best for
Up close work and tasks at arm's lengthDetailed work
Hands-free outdoor illuminationCaving and mountain adventuresAdjustable lighting needs
Common praise
Soft flood light suitable for close workLong battery runtime especially on low modesDurable and impact resistant designEasy to use recessed push-button switch
Adjustable output dial easy to use with glovesComfortable no-chafe headband and moisture-wicking forehead padRobust magnesium construction and reliable battery life
Common complaints
Not suitable for long distance illuminationBeam intensity is moderate compared to higher output headlamps
Relatively heavy for a headlamp at 195 gramsCharging port protective cap may be flimsyBattery pack design protrudes and can hit objects