Comparison Console
SureFire M340DFT Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro vs SureFire XVL2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire M340DFT Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire M340DFT Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SureFire M340DFT Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 285% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M340DFT Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M340DFT Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M340DFT Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% 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$419.99Cheapest
US$1619Most expensive
Weight
145.2 g (5.12 oz)Heaviest
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
Length
121.92 mm (4.80 in)Longest
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
650 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
95000 cdHighest candela
820 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
616 m (2021 ft)Highest
54 m (177 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
45 minShortest runtime
90 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 SF18350 rechargeable lithium-ion battery or 1 CR123A lithium primary battery
1x CR123A lithium battery
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX7
IPX8 (66 feet, 2 hours)
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Mil-Spec hard-anodized aerospace-grade aluminum
Aluminum, Mil-Spec Hard-Anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range target identificationProfessional tactical useLaw enforcementMilitary applications
Handgun and carbine weapon mountingTactical use in low-light and infrared environments
Common praise
High candela output for long rangeVersatile dual fuel power optionsDurable Mil-Spec hard-anodized aluminum constructionIPX7 waterproof ratingVersatile low-profile mount for rail compatibilityIntuitive and reliable switchingAmple spill light for situational awareness
Durable mil-spec aluminum constructionVersatile multi-spectrum lighting and laser optionsCompact size and lightweight designIPX8 waterproof ratingAmbidextrous switching for tactical use
Common complaints
Relatively short maximum runtime at highest outputPremium price range
High retail priceShort runtime on white light mode (1.5 hours)Non-rechargeable battery requirement (uses disposable CR123A)