Comparison Console
SureFire Fury DFT vs SureFire Maximus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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SureFire Fury DFT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Fury DFT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Fury DFT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SureFire Fury DFT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Fury DFT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Fury DFT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Fury DFT stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 133% 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$469Most expensive
Weight
184 g (6.49 oz)Lightest
195 g (6.88 oz)Heaviest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
108.6 mm (4.28 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1500 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
25200 cdHighest candela
4100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
315 m (1033 ft)Highest
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
210 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
One SF18650B lithium-ion rechargeable (included) or two 123A lithium batteries (not included)
Integrated lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
Micro USB (for SF18650B battery)
Wall AC and car DC chargers included
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX4
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Mil-Spec hard anodized aluminum body, tempered window & O-ring seals
Magnesium body
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEMS and law enforcement professionalsOutdoor and rescue workUsers requiring a bright, long-reaching flexible spotlight
Hands-free outdoor illuminationCaving and mountain adventuresAdjustable lighting needs
Common praise
Very bright with up to 1,500 lumens outputFlexible dual fuel battery systemDurable construction suitable for harsh environmentsSimple and effective interfaceGood beam distance and intensity
Adjustable output dial easy to use with glovesComfortable no-chafe headband and moisture-wicking forehead padRobust magnesium construction and reliable battery life
Common complaints
Lack of multiple brightness modes besides high outputNo included lanyard or pocket clipSome desire for duty holster with spare battery storage
Relatively heavy for a headlamp at 195 gramsCharging port protective cap may be flimsyBattery pack design protrudes and can hit objects