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SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light vs SureFire XVL2
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, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% 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 79% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 388% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 69% 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$1619Most expensive
Weight
124.7 g (4.40 oz)Lightest
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
Length
45.2 mm (1.78 in)Shortest
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
7600 cdHighest candela
820 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
87 m (285 ft)Highest
54 m (177 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
90 min
90 min
Power & durability
Battery type
CR123A
1x CR123A lithium battery
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
No
IP rating
IP67
IPX8 (66 feet, 2 hours)
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum with Mil-Spec hard-anodized finish
Aluminum, Mil-Spec Hard-Anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Weapon Mounted UseHome DefenseNighttime Shooting
Handgun And Carbine Weapon MountingTactical Use In Low Light And Infrared Environments
Common praise
Well Built And DurableEffective Long Range BeamGood Brightness For Home Defense
Durable Mil Spec Aluminum ConstructionVersatile Multi Spectrum Lighting And Laser OptionsCompact Size And Lightweight DesignIpx8 Waterproof RatingAmbidextrous Switching For Tactical Use
Common complaints
Relatively High PriceLower Output Compared To Some Tactical FlashlightsLimited Beam Spill For Close Quarters
High Retail PriceShort Runtime On White Light Mode (1.5 Hours)Non Rechargeable Battery Requirement (uses Disposable Cr123a)
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