Nitecore MH15 vs SureFire EDCL1-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 2.7 mm (0.11 in) shorter than the Nitecore MH15, and 1.4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 2.7 mm (0.11 in) shorter than the Nitecore MH15, and 1.4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore MH15 Check price ↗ | SureFire EDCL1-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 117 mm (4.61 in) | 114.3 mm (4.50 in)−2.7 mm |
| Head / width | 30 mm (1.18 in) | 28.6 mm (1.12 in)−1.4 mm |
| Body | 27 mm (1.06 in) | — |
| Weight | 140 g listed | 93.6 g with battery |
| Battery | Built-in | CR123A |
| Max output | 2,000 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | 250 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $59.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed |
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MH15 vs EDCL1-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The SureFire EDCL1-T is the shorter light: 114.3 mm (4.50 in) against 117 mm (4.61 in), a difference of 2.7 mm (2%). At its widest point the SureFire EDCL1-T is 1.4 mm slimmer (28.6 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MH15: 140 g listed; SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore MH15 is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 300% more.
Battery
The Nitecore MH15 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 MH15 was $59.95 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MH15 cost $155.05 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 MH15 if you want more output (2,000 lm vs 500 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the SureFire EDCL1-T if you want 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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MH15 vs EDCL1-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore MH15 or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The SureFire EDCL1-T is the shorter light: 114.3 mm (4.50 in) against 117 mm (4.61 in), a difference of 2.7 mm (2%). At its widest point the SureFire EDCL1-T is 1.4 mm slimmer (28.6 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MH15: 140 g listed; SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore MH15 or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Nitecore MH15 is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 300% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore MH15 or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore MH15 was $59.95 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MH15 cost $155.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore MH15 and SureFire EDCL1-T use the same battery?
The Nitecore MH15 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 MH15: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $59.95 from batteryjunction.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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