Comparison Console
SureFire Minimus vs SureFire Stiletto Pro II
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire Minimus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Minimus stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Stiletto Pro II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SureFire Minimus stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Stiletto Pro II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Stiletto Pro II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Stiletto Pro II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Stiletto Pro II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1467% 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$266.95Cheapest
US$399Most expensive
Weight
113 g (3.99 oz)Lightest
140 g (4.94 oz)Heaviest
Length
113.3 mm (4.46 in)Shortest
124 mm (4.88 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
300 lmLowest output
1500 lmHighest output
Max candela
1100 cdLowest candela
35000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
60 m (197 ft)Lowest
375 m (1230 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
1410 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x CR123A lithium
Integrated lithium polymer rechargeable
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX7
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Hard-anodized aerospace aluminum housing, polymer parts
Mil-Spec hard anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useCampingTrail hikingWork requiring reliable hands-free lightingOutdoor activities requiring durable headlamp
EDC (Everyday Carry)Tactical useLong distance illuminationSituational awareness in low light
Common praise
Highly durable and reliable build qualitySmooth and easy to adjust brightness levels with a knobComfortable, adjustable headband with moisture-wicking forehead padWide, well-focused flood beam ideal for near-field tasksRemembers last brightness settingIncludes red filter lens for night vision compatibility
Powerful 1500 lumen output with impressive 35,000 candela throwCompact, slim design for easy pocket carryMultiple brightness modes with programmable sequenceDurable Mil-Spec hard anodized aluminum constructionWater resistant to IPX7 standardIntegrated rechargeable lithium polymer battery with USB-C charging and fuel gauge
Common complaints
Red filter lens is removable and can be easily lostKnob can rotate continuously making it hard to detect max/min outputNot USB rechargeable, requiring battery swaps
Relatively high price point compared to some competitorsRuntime on highest setting limited to 1 hourNo explicit impact resistance rating available in sources