SureFire EDCL1-T vs SureFire EDCL2-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL2-T is 34 mm (1.34 in) longer than the SureFire EDCL1-T, with about the same max diameter/width. It is 23 g heavier (with battery).
The SureFire EDCL2-T is 34 mm (1.34 in) longer than the SureFire EDCL1-T, with about the same max diameter/width. It is 23 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| SureFire EDCL1-T Check price ↗ | SureFire EDCL2-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 114.3 mm (4.50 in) | 148.3 mm (5.84 in)+34 mm |
| Head / width | 28.6 mm (1.12 in) | 28.6 mm (1.13 in)same |
| Weight | 93.6 g with battery | 116.2 g with batteries+23 g |
| Battery | CR123A | 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 500 lm | 1,200 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $239.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed |
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EDCL1-T vs EDCL2-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The SureFire EDCL1-T is the shorter light: 114.3 mm (4.50 in) against 148.3 mm (5.84 in), a difference of 34 mm (23%). At their widest points they are about the same (28.6 vs 28.6 mm). The SureFire EDCL1-T is 23 g lighter (93.6 g vs 116.2 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The SureFire EDCL2-T is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 140% more.
Battery
The SureFire EDCL1-T runs on a removable CR123A battery; the SureFire EDCL2-T runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the SureFire EDCL1-T was $215.00 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDCL2-T $239.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the SureFire EDCL1-T cost $24.00 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 EDCL1-T if you want a shorter light (34 mm shorter) and less weight (23 g lighter). Choose the SureFire EDCL2-T if you want more output (1,200 lm vs 500 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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EDCL1-T vs EDCL2-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the SureFire EDCL1-T or the SureFire EDCL2-T?
The SureFire EDCL1-T is the shorter light: 114.3 mm (4.50 in) against 148.3 mm (5.84 in), a difference of 34 mm (23%). At their widest points they are about the same (28.6 vs 28.6 mm). The SureFire EDCL1-T is 23 g lighter (93.6 g vs 116.2 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the SureFire EDCL1-T or the SureFire EDCL2-T?
The SureFire EDCL2-T is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 140% more.
Which is cheaper, the SureFire EDCL1-T or the SureFire EDCL2-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the SureFire EDCL1-T was $215.00 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDCL2-T $239.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the SureFire EDCL1-T cost $24.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the SureFire EDCL1-T and SureFire EDCL2-T use the same battery?
The SureFire EDCL1-T runs on a removable CR123A battery; the SureFire EDCL2-T runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries.
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Sources
- 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.
- SureFire EDCL2-T: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $239.00 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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