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SureFire 6PX Pro vs SureFire E1D LED Defender
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire 6PX Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire 6PX Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SureFire 6PX Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire 6PX Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire 6PX Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire 6PX Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 15% 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$125Cheapest
US$195Most expensive
Weight
147 g (5.19 oz)Heaviest
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmHighest output
300 lmLowest output
Max candela
8700 cdHighest candela
6620 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
187 m (614 ft)Highest
81.5 m (267 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
90 minLongest runtime
78 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Two 123A lithium batteries
1x 123A lithium
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
No
IP rating
IPX7
Unknown
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Mil-Spec hard anodized aerospace aluminum
High-strength aerospace aluminum body, Mil-Spec hard-anodized finish, coated tempered glass window
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseEveryday CarryOutdoor ActivitiesSituations Requiring Adjustable Output
Everyday CarryTactical UseSelf Defense
Common praise
Durable Mil Spec ConstructionReliable Dual Output With Good Runtime BalanceCompact And Ergonomic DesignExcellent Beam Quality And Throw
Compact And Powerful Output For SizeReliable Dual Output Modes With Regulated LEDDurable Aerospace Aluminum ConstructionEffective Personal Defense Strike BezelLong Runtime On Low Mode (up To Approximately 47 Hours)
Common complaints
Higher Price Point Compared To Some CompetitorsNon Rechargeable Battery Format
Relatively ExpensiveCrenellated Bezel Can Scratch Fabrics Or BelongingsLimited Runtime On Highest Output (around 1.3 Hours)
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