Comparison Console
Streamlight TLR-7A vs SureFire E2D Defender Ultra
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% 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$130.99Cheapest
US$259Most expensive
Weight
113.4 g (4.00 oz)Lightest
119 g (4.20 oz)Heaviest
Length
65.5 mm (2.58 in)Shortest
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
1000 lmHighest output
Max candela
5000 cdLowest candela
10600 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
140 m (459 ft)Lowest
200 m (656 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
165 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
CR123A lithium battery
Two 123A batteries
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
No
IP rating
IPX7
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum housing
High-strength aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Subcompact handgun mountingLaw enforcementHome defenseTactical use
Everyday carryTactical useSelf-defenseAdministrative tasks
Common praise
Bright 500-lumen output with focused 140m beam distanceDurable anodized aluminum constructionAmbidextrous, customizable rear switch controlsCompact snag-free design fitting most subcompact pistolsIncludes CR123A battery
High brightness with wide beam and good rangeLong battery life on low modeDurable aerospace aluminum buildEffective dual output modesSelf-defense oriented design features
Common complaints
Short runtime of about 1.5 hoursSome users report switch or mounting hardware issuesYellowish tint light compared to other modelsRequires tools (coin) for mounting screw adjustment
Bezel can become hot during extended high output useSharp bezel may cause minor injury if mishandledTail cap can accumulate dust and debris when carried in pocket