Nitecore EDC33 vs SureFire EDCL1-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 1.3 mm (0.05 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC33, and 3.2 mm wider at its widest point. It is 27 g lighter (with battery).
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 1.3 mm (0.05 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC33, and 3.2 mm wider at its widest point. It is 27 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC33 Check price ↗ | SureFire EDCL1-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 115.6 mm (4.55 in) | 114.3 mm (4.50 in)−1.3 mm |
| Head / width | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | 28.6 mm (1.12 in)+3.2 mm |
| Body | 24 mm (0.94 in) | — |
| Weight | 121 g with battery | 93.6 g with battery−27 g |
| Battery | 18650 (built-in) | CR123A |
| Max output | 4,000 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $69.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | charger.nitecore.com sourced 127 g with clip | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed |
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EDC33 vs EDCL1-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The SureFire EDCL1-T is the shorter light: 114.3 mm (4.50 in) against 115.6 mm (4.55 in), a difference of 1.3 mm (1%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC33 is 3.2 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 28.6 mm). The SureFire EDCL1-T is 27 g lighter (93.6 g vs 121 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC33 is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 700% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC33 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery (18650); 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 EDC33 was $69.95 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore EDC33 cost $145.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore EDC33 if you want a slimmer profile (3.2 mm narrower), more output (4,000 lm vs 500 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the SureFire EDCL1-T if you want less weight (27 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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EDC33 vs EDCL1-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC33 or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The SureFire EDCL1-T is the shorter light: 114.3 mm (4.50 in) against 115.6 mm (4.55 in), a difference of 1.3 mm (1%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC33 is 3.2 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 28.6 mm). The SureFire EDCL1-T is 27 g lighter (93.6 g vs 121 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC33 or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Nitecore EDC33 is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 700% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC33 or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC33 was $69.95 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore EDC33 cost $145.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC33 and SureFire EDCL1-T use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC33 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery (18650); 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 EDC33: specs from Nitecore product page (manufacturer). Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $69.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- SureFire EDCL1-T: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $215.00 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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