Comparison Console
SureFire Fury IntelliBeam vs SureFire Maximus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire Fury IntelliBeam stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Fury IntelliBeam stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Fury IntelliBeam 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 IntelliBeam stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Fury IntelliBeam 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 IntelliBeam 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 93% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Fury IntelliBeam stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1400% 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$299Cheapest
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
34000 cdHighest candela
4100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
369 m (1211 ft)Highest
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1350 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x SF18650 rechargeable lithium-ion or 2x 123A lithium primary batteries
Integrated lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB port (no cradle needed)
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
Everyday carrySituational awareness in variable lightingTactical use with automatic brightness adjustment
Hands-free outdoor illuminationCaving and mountain adventuresAdjustable lighting needs
Common praise
Automatic output adjustment provides seamless lighting adapting to environmentHigh maximum output of 1,500 lumens with extended runtimeDurable construction with mil-spec anodized aluminum and waterproofingDual fuel capability offers battery flexibilityUSB charging port on rechargeable battery enables convenient charging
Adjustable output dial easy to use with glovesComfortable no-chafe headband and moisture-wicking forehead padRobust magnesium construction and reliable battery life
Common complaints
Relatively high retail priceOut of stock in some retailersOutput dependent on battery type, requiring SF18650 battery for full 1,500 lumens
Relatively heavy for a headlamp at 195 gramsCharging port protective cap may be flimsyBattery pack design protrudes and can hit objects