Fenix PD26R ACE vs SureFire EDCL1-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 8.3 mm (0.33 in) longer than the Fenix PD26R ACE, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. It is 9 g lighter (with battery).
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 8.3 mm (0.33 in) longer than the Fenix PD26R ACE, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. It is 9 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix PD26R ACE Check price ↗ | SureFire EDCL1-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 106 mm (4.17 in) | 114.3 mm (4.50 in)+8.3 mm |
| Head / width | 26.6 mm (1.05 in) | 28.6 mm (1.12 in)+2 mm |
| Body | 24.6 mm (0.97 in) | — |
| Weight | 102.3 g with battery | 93.6 g with battery−9 g |
| Battery | 18350 | CR123A |
| Max output | 1,300 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | 354 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | from $62.96 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed |
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PD26R ACE vs EDCL1-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix PD26R ACE is the shorter light: 106 mm (4.17 in) against 114.3 mm (4.50 in), a difference of 8.3 mm (7%). At its widest point the Fenix PD26R ACE is 2 mm slimmer (26.6 vs 28.6 mm). The SureFire EDCL1-T is 9 g lighter (93.6 g vs 102.3 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix PD26R ACE is rated brighter: 1,300 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 160% more.
Battery
The Fenix PD26R ACE runs on a removable 18350 battery; the SureFire EDCL1-T runs on a removable CR123A battery. For scale, a 18350 cell is about 18 × 35 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD26R ACE was from $62.96 at fenixlighting.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix PD26R ACE cost $152.04 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 Fenix PD26R ACE if you want a shorter light (8.3 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (2 mm narrower) and more output (1,300 lm vs 500 lm). Choose the SureFire EDCL1-T if you want less weight (9 g lighter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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PD26R ACE vs EDCL1-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD26R ACE or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Fenix PD26R ACE is the shorter light: 106 mm (4.17 in) against 114.3 mm (4.50 in), a difference of 8.3 mm (7%). At its widest point the Fenix PD26R ACE is 2 mm slimmer (26.6 vs 28.6 mm). The SureFire EDCL1-T is 9 g lighter (93.6 g vs 102.3 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD26R ACE or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Fenix PD26R ACE is rated brighter: 1,300 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 160% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD26R ACE or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD26R ACE was from $62.96 at fenixlighting.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix PD26R ACE cost $152.04 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD26R ACE and SureFire EDCL1-T use the same battery?
The Fenix PD26R ACE runs on a removable 18350 battery; the SureFire EDCL1-T runs on a removable CR123A battery. For scale, a 18350 cell is about 18 × 35 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Fenix PD26R ACE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price from $62.96 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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