SureFire EDC2-DFT vs SureFire EDCL1-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 35.7 mm (1.41 in) shorter than the SureFire EDC2-DFT, and 3.4 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 35.7 mm (1.41 in) shorter than the SureFire EDC2-DFT, and 3.4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| SureFire EDC2-DFT Check price ↗ | SureFire EDCL1-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 150 mm (5.91 in) | 114.3 mm (4.50 in)−35.7 mm |
| Head / width | 32 mm (1.26 in) | 28.6 mm (1.12 in)−3.4 mm |
| Weight | 159 g listed | 93.6 g with battery |
| Battery | 18650 | CR123A |
| Max output | 700 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | 632 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | from $287.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced Only head diameter listed | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed |
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EDC2-DFT vs EDCL1-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The SureFire EDCL1-T is the shorter light: 114.3 mm (4.50 in) against 150 mm (5.91 in), a difference of 35.7 mm (24%). At its widest point the SureFire EDCL1-T is 3.4 mm slimmer (28.6 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (SureFire EDC2-DFT: 159 g listed; SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The SureFire EDC2-DFT is rated brighter: 700 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 40% more.
Battery
The SureFire EDC2-DFT 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).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the SureFire EDC2-DFT was from $287.00 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the SureFire EDCL1-T cost $72.00 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 SureFire EDC2-DFT if you want more output (700 lm vs 500 lm). Choose the SureFire EDCL1-T if you want a shorter light (35.7 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (3.4 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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EDC2-DFT vs EDCL1-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the SureFire EDC2-DFT or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The SureFire EDCL1-T is the shorter light: 114.3 mm (4.50 in) against 150 mm (5.91 in), a difference of 35.7 mm (24%). At its widest point the SureFire EDCL1-T is 3.4 mm slimmer (28.6 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (SureFire EDC2-DFT: 159 g listed; SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the SureFire EDC2-DFT or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The SureFire EDC2-DFT is rated brighter: 700 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 40% more.
Which is cheaper, the SureFire EDC2-DFT or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the SureFire EDC2-DFT was from $287.00 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the SureFire EDCL1-T cost $72.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the SureFire EDC2-DFT and SureFire EDCL1-T use the same battery?
The SureFire EDC2-DFT 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
- SureFire EDC2-DFT: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price from $287.00 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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