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SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra vs SureFire X300 Turbo
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire X300 Turbo stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X300 Turbo stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X300 Turbo stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X300 Turbo stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X300 Turbo stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 50% 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$265Cheapest
US$379Most expensive
Weight
119 g (4.20 oz)Lightest
125 g (4.41 oz)Heaviest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
95.5 mm (3.76 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
650 lmHighest output
Max candela
16000 cdLowest candela
66000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
127 m (417 ft)Lowest
514 m (1686 ft)Highest
Max runtime
135 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 123A lithium primary batteries
Two CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
Unknown
IPX7
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Hard anodized aluminum
Aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Self DefenseGeneral Purpose Handheld UseTactical Applications
Law EnforcementMilitary UseLong Range Target IdHome DefenseTactical Use
Common praise
Highly Versatile Beam Combining Long Reach And Wide SpillGood Runtime With Thermal Regulation Extending UseSecure Grip With Aggressive Knurling And Flared Tail CapLifetime Warranty
Exceptional Beam Intensity And Throw DistanceRugged And Durable Aerospace Aluminum ConstructionFits Existing Surefire X300 Holsters And AccessoriesAmbidextrous, Responsive Switching
Common complaints
High Retail PriceAggressive Bezel Styling May Not Appeal To All Users
Some Users Find The Control Switch Stiff For Single Handed UseBattery Door Latch Is Thin And Can Be Fragile
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