Fenix APEX 20 vs SureFire EDCL1-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 43.9 mm (1.73 in) longer than the Fenix APEX 20, with about the same max diameter/width. It is 33 g heavier (with battery).
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 43.9 mm (1.73 in) longer than the Fenix APEX 20, with about the same max diameter/width. It is 33 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix APEX 20 Check price ↗ | SureFire EDCL1-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 70.4 mm (2.77 in) | 114.3 mm (4.50 in)+43.9 mm |
| Head / width | 28.5 mm (1.12 in) | 28.6 mm (1.12 in)+0.1 mm |
| Thickness | 13.7 mm (0.54 in) | — |
| Weight | 61 g with battery | 93.6 g with battery+33 g |
| Battery | Built-in | CR123A |
| Max output | 760 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | 86 m | — |
| Type | EDC limited edition | EDC |
| Price | $89.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 28.5 mm wide x 13.7 mm thick; Limited edition | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed |
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APEX 20 vs EDCL1-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix APEX 20 is the shorter light: 70.4 mm (2.77 in) against 114.3 mm (4.50 in), a difference of 43.9 mm (38%). At their widest points they are about the same (28.5 vs 28.6 mm). The Fenix APEX 20 is 33 g lighter (61 g vs 93.6 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix APEX 20 is rated brighter: 760 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 52% more.
Battery
The Fenix APEX 20 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 Fenix APEX 20 was $89.95 at fenixlighting.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix APEX 20 cost $125.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix APEX 20 if you want a shorter light (43.9 mm shorter), less weight (33 g lighter), more output (760 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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APEX 20 vs EDCL1-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix APEX 20 or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Fenix APEX 20 is the shorter light: 70.4 mm (2.77 in) against 114.3 mm (4.50 in), a difference of 43.9 mm (38%). At their widest points they are about the same (28.5 vs 28.6 mm). The Fenix APEX 20 is 33 g lighter (61 g vs 93.6 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix APEX 20 or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Fenix APEX 20 is rated brighter: 760 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 52% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix APEX 20 or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix APEX 20 was $89.95 at fenixlighting.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix APEX 20 cost $125.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix APEX 20 and SureFire EDCL1-T use the same battery?
The Fenix APEX 20 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
- Fenix APEX 20: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $89.95 from fenixlighting.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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