Sofirn SC31 Pro vs SureFire EDCL1-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 3.2 mm (0.13 in) shorter than the Sofirn SC31 Pro, and 3.2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 3.2 mm (0.13 in) shorter than the Sofirn SC31 Pro, and 3.2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Sofirn SC31 Pro Check price ↗ | SureFire EDCL1-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 117.5 mm (4.63 in) | 114.3 mm (4.50 in)−3.2 mm |
| Head / width | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | 28.6 mm (1.12 in)+3.2 mm |
| Weight | 59 g without battery | 93.6 g with battery |
| Battery | 18650 | CR123A |
| Max output | 2,000 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | not verified yet | $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | sofirnlight.com sourced Only head diameter listed | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed |
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SC31 Pro vs EDCL1-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The SureFire EDCL1-T is the shorter light: 114.3 mm (4.50 in) against 117.5 mm (4.63 in), a difference of 3.2 mm (3%). At its widest point the Sofirn SC31 Pro is 3.2 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 28.6 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Sofirn SC31 Pro: 59 g without battery; SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Sofirn SC31 Pro is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 300% more.
Battery
The Sofirn SC31 Pro runs on a removable 18650 battery; the SureFire EDCL1-T runs on a removable CR123A battery. For scale, a 18650 cell is about 18 × 65 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Sofirn SC31 Pro if you want a slimmer profile (3.2 mm narrower) and more output (2,000 lm vs 500 lm). Choose the SureFire EDCL1-T if you want a shorter light (3.2 mm shorter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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SC31 Pro vs EDCL1-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Sofirn SC31 Pro or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The SureFire EDCL1-T is the shorter light: 114.3 mm (4.50 in) against 117.5 mm (4.63 in), a difference of 3.2 mm (3%). At its widest point the Sofirn SC31 Pro is 3.2 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 28.6 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Sofirn SC31 Pro: 59 g without battery; SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Sofirn SC31 Pro or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Sofirn SC31 Pro is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 300% more.
Do the Sofirn SC31 Pro and SureFire EDCL1-T use the same battery?
The Sofirn SC31 Pro runs on a removable 18650 battery; the SureFire EDCL1-T runs on a removable CR123A battery. For scale, a 18650 cell is about 18 × 65 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Sofirn SC31 Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by sofirnlight.com. No verified price yet.
- 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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