Comparison Console
SureFire X400V 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 12% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire X400V stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire XVL2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SureFire X400V stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 116% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 67% 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$749Cheapest
US$1619Most expensive
Weight
162 g (5.71 oz)Heaviest
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
Length
101 mm (3.98 in)Longest
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
350 lmLowest output
400 lmHighest output
Max candela
11500 cdHighest candela
820 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
225 m (738 ft)Highest
54 m (177 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
150 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Two 123A lithium
1x CR123A lithium battery
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
No
IP rating
IPX4
IPX8 (66 feet, 2 hours)
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum with Mil-Spec hard anodizing
Aluminum, Mil-Spec Hard-Anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical operationsUse with night vision devicesForce-on-force trainingWeapon mounting on handguns and long guns
Handgun and carbine weapon mountingTactical use in low-light and infrared environments
Common praise
Versatile dual-spectrum illumination modesHigh-quality recoil-proof LEDs with stable outputMultiple activation switch options with ambidextrous controlsDurable aerospace aluminum body with hard anodized finishEffective infrared laser for stealth and training
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 runtime on high output white lightNo rechargeable battery or charging options includedIPX4 water resistance may not suit extreme wet environmentsRelatively high retail price compared to casual flashlights
High retail priceShort runtime on white light mode (1.5 hours)Non-rechargeable battery requirement (uses disposable CR123A)