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SureFire Fury Tactical vs SureFire Maximus

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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SureFire Fury Tactical stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Fury Tactical stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Fury Tactical stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

SureFire Fury Tactical stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

SureFire Maximus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

SureFire Fury Tactical stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

SureFire Maximus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

SureFire Maximus stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

SureFire Fury Tactical stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

SureFire Maximus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

SureFire Fury Tactical 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.

SureFire Fury Tactical — Beam distance: 315 m (1033 ft)SureFire Fury Tactical — Max candela: 25200 cdSureFire Fury Tactical — Weight: 184 g (6.49 oz)SureFire Fury Tactical — Length: 142 mm (5.59 in)SureFire Fury Tactical — Retail price: US$259SureFire Fury Tactical — Max lumens: 1500 lmSureFire Maximus — Beam distance: 128 m (420 ft)SureFire Maximus — Max candela: 4100 cdSureFire Maximus — Weight: 195 g (6.88 oz)SureFire Maximus — Length: 108.6 mm (4.28 in)SureFire Maximus — Retail price: US$469SureFire Maximus — Max lumens: 1000 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
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 SF18650 lithium-ion rechargeable or two 123A lithium
Integrated lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB (for SF18650 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
Magnesium body
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEMS and law enforcementOutdoor and emergency useUsers needing a bright, long-reaching flexible platform
Hands-free outdoor illuminationCaving and mountain adventuresAdjustable lighting needs
Common praise
High brightness and beam intensityDual fuel flexibilityRugged and durable constructionReliable and simple operation
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 lanyard and pocket clipFit issues with older belt holsters
Relatively heavy for a headlamp at 195 gramsCharging port protective cap may be flimsyBattery pack design protrudes and can hit objects