Comparison Console
SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light vs SureFire X300 Turbo
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light stands out as the lightest option for weight. SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% 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 M300C Mini Scout Light stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X300 Turbo stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light stands out as the lightest option for weight.
SureFire X300 Turbo stands out as the heaviest option for weight.
SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light 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 M300C Mini Scout Light stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X300 Turbo stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 111% 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$332Cheapest
US$379Most expensive
Weight
124.7 g (4.40 oz)Lightest
125 g (4.41 oz)Heaviest
Length
45.2 mm (1.78 in)Shortest
95.5 mm (3.76 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
650 lmHighest output
Max candela
7600 cdLowest candela
66000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
87 m (285 ft)Lowest
514 m (1686 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 min
90 min
Power & durability
Battery type
CR123A
Two CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
No
IP rating
IP67
IPX7
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum with Mil-Spec hard-anodized finish
Aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Weapon-mounted useHome defenseNighttime shooting
Law enforcementMilitary useLong range target IDHome defenseTactical use
Common praise
Well-built and durableEffective long-range beamGood brightness for home defense
Exceptional beam intensity and throw distanceRugged and durable aerospace aluminum constructionFits existing SureFire X300 holsters and accessoriesAmbidextrous, responsive switching
Common complaints
Relatively high priceLower output compared to some tactical flashlightsLimited beam spill for close-quarters
Some users find the control switch stiff for single-handed useBattery door latch is thin and can be fragile