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SureFire 10X Dominator vs SureFire XVL2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire 10X Dominator stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire 10X Dominator stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1000% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SureFire 10X Dominator stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire 10X Dominator stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 667% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire 10X Dominator stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1000% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire 10X Dominator stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 17% 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$1440Cheapest
US$1619Most expensive
Weight
1089 g (38.41 oz)Heaviest
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
Length
295 mm (11.61 in)Longest
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4400 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
350000 cdHighest candela
820 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1100 m (3609 ft)Highest
54 m (177 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
105 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Rechargeable lithium-ion
1x CR123A lithium battery
Charging type
120V AC outlet
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX7
IPX8 (66 feet, 2 hours)
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
High-strength aerospace aluminum with Mil-Spec hard anodized finish
Aluminum, Mil-Spec Hard-Anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long Range Search And RescueLaw EnforcementOutdoor UseTactical Operations
Handgun And Carbine Weapon MountingTactical Use In Low Light And Infrared Environments
Common praise
Extremely Bright Output And Long Beam DistanceRobust And Durable Build QualityMultiple Output Modes With Easy SwitchingUseful Battery Fuel Gauge Indicator
Durable Mil Spec Aluminum ConstructionVersatile Multi Spectrum Lighting And Laser OptionsCompact Size And Lightweight DesignIpx8 Waterproof RatingAmbidextrous Switching For Tactical Use
Common complaints
High Retail PriceHeavy Weight Due To Large SizeLarge Form Factor Not Ideal For Compact EDC
High Retail PriceShort Runtime On White Light Mode (1.5 Hours)Non Rechargeable Battery Requirement (uses Disposable Cr123a)
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