Comparison Console
SureFire M640DFT Turbo 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 9% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 306% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% 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$399Cheapest
US$1619Most expensive
Weight
156 g (5.50 oz)Heaviest
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
Length
150 mm (5.91 in)Longest
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
700 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
100000 cdHighest candela
820 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
632 m (2073 ft)Highest
54 m (177 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
165 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
One SF18650 rechargeable or two CR123A lithium primary batteries
1x CR123A lithium battery
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX7
IPX8 (66 feet, 2 hours)
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard anodized
Aluminum, Mil-Spec Hard-Anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long range target identificationWeapon mounting for military/law enforcement usePositive target identification at extreme distance
Handgun and carbine weapon mountingTactical use in low-light and infrared environments
Common praise
Outstanding beam intensity for long range identification (100,000 candela)Long runtime for its class (2.5-2.75 hours)Dual fuel capability offers flexibility between rechargeable battery and primary lithiumRugged aerospace aluminum construction with IPX7 waterproof ratingCompatible with multiple mounting systems and remote switches
Durable mil-spec aluminum constructionVersatile multi-spectrum lighting and laser optionsCompact size and lightweight designIPX8 waterproof ratingAmbidextrous switching for tactical use
Common complaints
Premium price pointLower lumen output compared to some flood lightsRechargeable battery sold only as SureFire formatDesigned primarily for long throw rather than wide area illuminationHeavier than compact Scout Light variants
High retail priceShort runtime on white light mode (1.5 hours)Non-rechargeable battery requirement (uses disposable CR123A)