Comparison Console
SureFire EDCL2-T vs SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light 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$332Most expensive
Weight
118 g (4.16 oz)Lightest
124.7 g (4.40 oz)Heaviest
Length
148 mm (5.83 in)Longest
45.2 mm (1.78 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
11300 cdHighest candela
7600 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
210 m (689 ft)Highest
87 m (285 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
60 minShortest runtime
90 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Two CR123A (123A) batteries
CR123A
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
No
IP rating
IPX7
IP67
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
High-strength aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard anodized finish
Aluminum with Mil-Spec hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryProfessional useTactical applications
Weapon-mounted useHome defenseNighttime shooting
Common praise
Very bright high output with effective beam distanceLightweight and compact design suitable for everyday carrySmooth, intuitive dual-stage tailcap switchDurable construction with IPX7 water resistance
Well-built and durableEffective long-range beamGood brightness for home defense
Common complaints
Metal clip edge may scratch surfaces such as car paint or leather
Relatively high priceLower output compared to some tactical flashlightsLimited beam spill for close-quarters