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SureFire XVL2 vs Wurkkos T1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos T1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos T1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1275% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos T1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2598% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos T1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1275% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos T1 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1033% 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$1619Most expensive
US$60Cheapest
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
140 g (4.94 oz)Lightest
Length
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
145 mm (5.71 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
400 lmLowest output
5500 lmHighest output
Max candela
820 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
54 m (177 ft)Lowest
415 m (1362 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
1020 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x CR123A lithium battery
21700 rechargeable battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C fast charging
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (66 feet, 2 hours)
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum, Mil-Spec Hard-Anodized finish
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Handgun and carbine weapon mountingTactical use in low-light and infrared environments
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesCampingEmergency signalingNavigationNight fishing
Common praise
Durable mil-spec aluminum constructionVersatile multi-spectrum lighting and laser optionsCompact size and lightweight designIPX8 waterproof ratingAmbidextrous switching for tactical use
High maximum brightness (5500 lumens)Long beam distance (415 meters)Multi-color utility side light enhances versatilityCompact, lightweight, and portable designErgonomic rotary switch for easy mode selectionGood waterproofing (IPX8) and durability
Common complaints
High retail priceShort runtime on white light mode (1.5 hours)Non-rechargeable battery requirement (uses disposable CR123A)
Turbo mode runs about one minute before stepping downComplex UI may require learning curve
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