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Streamlight TLR-7A vs SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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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 51% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 102% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 117% 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.

Streamlight TLR-7A — Beam distance: 140 m (459 ft)Streamlight TLR-7A — Max candela: 5000 cdStreamlight TLR-7A — Weight: 113.4 g (4.00 oz)Streamlight TLR-7A — Length: 65.5 mm (2.58 in)Streamlight TLR-7A — Retail price: US$130.99Streamlight TLR-7A — Max runtime: 90 minSureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra — Beam distance: 127 m (417 ft)SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra — Max candela: 16000 cdSureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra — Weight: 119 g (4.20 oz)SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra — Length: 142 mm (5.59 in)SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra — Retail price: US$265SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra — Max runtime: 135 minBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax runtime
Price & carry
Retail price
US$130.99Cheapest
US$265Most 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 lm
500 lm
Max candela
5000 cdLowest candela
16000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
140 m (459 ft)Highest
127 m (417 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
135 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
CR123A lithium battery
2 x 123A lithium primary batteries
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
Unknown
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum housing
Hard anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Subcompact handgun mountingLaw enforcementHome defenseTactical use
Self-defenseGeneral purpose handheld useTactical applications
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
Highly versatile beam combining long reach and wide spillGood runtime with thermal regulation extending useSecure grip with aggressive knurling and flared tail capLifetime warranty
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
High retail priceAggressive bezel styling may not appeal to all users