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SureFire E1D LED Defender vs SureFire E2D Defender Ultra

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

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SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 112% 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.

SureFire E1D LED Defender — Beam distance: 81.5 m (267 ft)SureFire E1D LED Defender — Max candela: 6620 cdSureFire E1D LED Defender — Weight: 88 g (3.10 oz)SureFire E1D LED Defender — Length: 108 mm (4.25 in)SureFire E1D LED Defender — Retail price: US$195SureFire E1D LED Defender — Max lumens: 300 lmSureFire E2D Defender Ultra — Beam distance: 200 m (656 ft)SureFire E2D Defender Ultra — Max candela: 10600 cdSureFire E2D Defender Ultra — Weight: 119 g (4.20 oz)SureFire E2D Defender Ultra — Length: 142 mm (5.59 in)SureFire E2D Defender Ultra — Retail price: US$259SureFire E2D Defender Ultra — Max lumens: 1000 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$195Cheapest
US$259Most expensive
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
119 g (4.20 oz)Heaviest
Length
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
300 lmLowest output
1000 lmHighest output
Max candela
6620 cdLowest candela
10600 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
81.5 m (267 ft)Lowest
200 m (656 ft)Highest
Max runtime
78 minShortest runtime
165 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 123A lithium
Two 123A batteries
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
No
IP rating
Unknown
IPX7
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
High-strength aerospace aluminum body, Mil-Spec hard-anodized finish, coated tempered glass window
High-strength aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry▣Tactical Use▣Self Defense
▣Everyday Carry▣Tactical Use▣Self Defense▣Administrative Tasks
Common praise
✓Compact And Powerful Output For Size✓Reliable Dual Output Modes With Regulated LED✓Durable Aerospace Aluminum Construction✓Effective Personal Defense Strike Bezel✓Long Runtime On Low Mode (up To Approximately 47 Hours)
✓High Brightness With Wide Beam And Good Range✓Long Battery Life On Low Mode✓Durable Aerospace Aluminum Build✓Effective Dual Output Modes✓Self Defense Oriented Design Features
Common complaints
⚠Relatively Expensive⚠Crenellated Bezel Can Scratch Fabrics Or Belongings⚠Limited Runtime On Highest Output (around 1.3 Hours)
⚠Bezel Can Become Hot During Extended High Output Use⚠Sharp Bezel May Cause Minor Injury If Mishandled⚠Tail Cap Can Accumulate Dust And Debris When Carried In Pocket

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