Comparison Console
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra vs SureFire Minimus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire Minimus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% 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
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% 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.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% 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$259Cheapest
US$266.95Most expensive
Weight
119 g (4.20 oz)Heaviest
113 g (3.99 oz)Lightest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
113.3 mm (4.46 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
300 lmLowest output
Max candela
10600 cdHighest candela
1100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
200 m (656 ft)Highest
60 m (197 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
165 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Two 123A batteries
1x CR123A lithium
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
Hard-anodized aerospace aluminum housing, polymer parts
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useSelf-defenseAdministrative tasks
Tactical useCampingTrail hikingWork requiring reliable hands-free lightingOutdoor activities requiring durable headlamp
Common praise
High brightness with wide beam and good rangeLong battery life on low modeDurable aerospace aluminum buildEffective dual output modesSelf-defense oriented design features
Highly durable and reliable build qualitySmooth and easy to adjust brightness levels with a knobComfortable, adjustable headband with moisture-wicking forehead padWide, well-focused flood beam ideal for near-field tasksRemembers last brightness settingIncludes red filter lens for night vision compatibility
Common complaints
Bezel can become hot during extended high output useSharp bezel may cause minor injury if mishandledTail cap can accumulate dust and debris when carried in pocket
Red filter lens is removable and can be easily lostKnob can rotate continuously making it hard to detect max/min outputNot USB rechargeable, requiring battery swaps