Nitecore EDC23 vs SureFire EDCL1-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 11.4 mm (0.45 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC23, and 4.4 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 7 g lighter (with battery).
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 11.4 mm (0.45 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC23, and 4.4 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 7 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC23 Check price ↗ | SureFire EDCL1-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 102.9 mm (4.05 in) | 114.3 mm (4.50 in)+11.4 mm |
| Head / width | 33 mm (1.30 in) | 28.6 mm (1.12 in)−4.4 mm |
| Thickness | 22.6 mm (0.89 in) | — |
| Weight | 101 g with battery | 93.6 g with battery−7 g |
| Battery | Built-in | CR123A |
| Max output | 2,500 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $74.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-4.05" x W-1.30" x H-0.89", 3.56 oz; converted | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed |
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EDC23 vs EDCL1-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC23 is the shorter light: 102.9 mm (4.05 in) against 114.3 mm (4.50 in), a difference of 11.4 mm (10%). At its widest point the SureFire EDCL1-T is 4.4 mm slimmer (28.6 vs 33 mm). The SureFire EDCL1-T is 7 g lighter (93.6 g vs 101 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC23 is rated brighter: 2,500 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 400% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC23 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the SureFire EDCL1-T runs on a removable CR123A battery. Only the SureFire EDCL1-T lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC23 was $74.95 at nitecorestore.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore EDC23 cost $140.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore EDC23 if you want a shorter light (11.4 mm shorter), more output (2,500 lm vs 500 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the SureFire EDCL1-T if you want a slimmer profile (4.4 mm narrower), less weight (7 g lighter) and a removable cell you can swap. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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EDC23 vs EDCL1-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC23 or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Nitecore EDC23 is the shorter light: 102.9 mm (4.05 in) against 114.3 mm (4.50 in), a difference of 11.4 mm (10%). At its widest point the SureFire EDCL1-T is 4.4 mm slimmer (28.6 vs 33 mm). The SureFire EDCL1-T is 7 g lighter (93.6 g vs 101 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC23 or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Nitecore EDC23 is rated brighter: 2,500 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 400% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC23 or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC23 was $74.95 at nitecorestore.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore EDC23 cost $140.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC23 and SureFire EDCL1-T use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC23 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the SureFire EDCL1-T runs on a removable CR123A battery. Only the SureFire EDCL1-T lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Nitecore EDC23: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Price $74.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- SureFire EDCL1-T: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $215.00 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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