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SureFire E2D Defender Ultra vs SureFire EDCL2-T

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

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SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 175% 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 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 lmSureFire EDCL2-T — Beam distance: 210 m (689 ft)SureFire EDCL2-T — Max candela: 11300 cdSureFire EDCL2-T — Weight: 118 g (4.16 oz)SureFire EDCL2-T — Length: 148 mm (5.83 in)SureFire EDCL2-T — Retail price: US$265SureFire EDCL2-T — Max lumens: 1200 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$259Cheapest
US$265Most expensive
Weight
119 g (4.20 oz)Heaviest
118 g (4.16 oz)Lightest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
148 mm (5.83 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
10600 cdLowest candela
11300 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
200 m (656 ft)Lowest
210 m (689 ft)Highest
Max runtime
165 minLongest runtime
60 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Two 123A batteries
Two CR123A (123A) batteries
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
No
IP rating
IPX7
IPX7
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
High-strength aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard-anodized finish
High-strength aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry▣Tactical Use▣Self Defense▣Administrative Tasks
▣Everyday Carry▣Professional Use▣Tactical Applications
Common praise
✓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
✓Very Bright High Output With Effective Beam Distance✓Lightweight And Compact Design Suitable For Everyday Carry✓Smooth, Intuitive Dual Stage Tailcap Switch✓Durable Construction With Ipx7 Water Resistance
Common complaints
⚠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
⚠Metal Clip Edge May Scratch Surfaces Such As Car Paint Or Leather

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