Comparison Console
Streamlight Strion LED HL vs SureFire EDCL2-T
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 25% 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$165Cheapest
US$265Most expensive
Weight
148 g (5.22 oz)Heaviest
118 g (4.16 oz)Lightest
Length
149.9 mm (5.90 in)Longest
148 mm (5.83 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
615 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
12000 cdHighest candela
11300 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
219 m (719 ft)Highest
210 m (689 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
75 minLongest runtime
60 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium-ion rechargeable
Two CR123A (123A) batteries
Charging type
USB and AC/DC charging via clamp-style charger holder with LED charge indicator; charges fully in ~3 hours
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX4
IPX7
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
6000 series machined aircraft aluminum with anodized finish, Borofloat high temperature glass lens
High-strength aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Searching large areaLaw enforcementAutomotive techniciansProfessional useWeapon mounting
Everyday carryProfessional useTactical applications
Common praise
Extremely durable constructionImpressive brightness/outputSimple, intuitive switch designMulti-mode including strobe for signalingCompatible charging system across Streamlight Strion line
Very bright high output with effective beam distanceLightweight and compact design suitable for everyday carrySmooth, intuitive dual-stage tailcap switchDurable construction with IPX7 water resistance
Common complaints
Runtime on highest mode is relatively short (~1-1.25 hours)
Metal clip edge may scratch surfaces such as car paint or leather
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