SureFire EDCL2-T vs SureFire E2D Defender Ultra
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Quick take: The SureFire E2D Defender Ultra costs $6 less; the SureFire EDCL2-T is brighter (1,200 vs 1,000 lm); the SureFire EDCL2-T throws farther (210m vs 200m); the SureFire E2D Defender Ultra runs longer on high (2.75 vs 1 hrs).
| Spec | SureFire EDCL2-T | SureFire E2D Defender Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $265 | $259 |
| Rating | — | — |
| Type | Tactical | Tactical |
| Lumens | 1,200 lm | 1,000 lm |
| Candela | 11,300 cd | 10,600 cd |
| Beam distance | 210m | 200m |
| Runtime | 1 hr | 2.75 hrs (high) |
| Battery | CR123A | CR123A |
| LED | SureFire LED | Not named by the maker |
| Beam type | Balanced | Balanced |
| Modes | 2 Stepped | 2 Stepped |
| UI | Simple | Tail Switch |
| IP rating | IPX7 | |
| CRI | 70 | |
| Weight | 4.0 oz | 4.2 oz |
| Dimensions | 5.84 in long | 5.6 in long |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Limited Lifetime |
What owners report
SureFire EDCL2-T
- ✓"Gas pedal" switch: light press for 5 lumens, firm press for 1,200
- ✓No mode cycling — full output is always one press away
- ✓TIR lens gives clean medium to long-range illumination
- ✓Owners report drops producing cosmetic damage but no failures
- ✓Interface simple enough to use under stress without thinking
- ✗Around $150 — the most expensive light of its size here
- ✗The metal clip edge scratches car paint, leather and anything it rubs
- ✗The clip position leaves the light sitting too far out of a pocket
- ✗5.75 inches long for a two-cell EDC
- ✗No rechargeable option in the box