Fenix PD35R ACE vs SureFire EDCL1-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 26.2 mm (1.03 in) shorter than the Fenix PD35R ACE, and 2.1 mm wider at its widest point. It is 51 g lighter (with battery).
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 26.2 mm (1.03 in) shorter than the Fenix PD35R ACE, and 2.1 mm wider at its widest point. It is 51 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix PD35R ACE Check price ↗ | SureFire EDCL1-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 140.5 mm (5.53 in) | 114.3 mm (4.50 in)−26.2 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 28.6 mm (1.12 in)+2.1 mm |
| Body | 23.6 mm (0.93 in) | — |
| Weight | 145 g with battery | 93.6 g with battery−51 g |
| Battery | CR123A | CR123A |
| Max output | 2,000 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | 380 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $85.95 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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PD35R ACE vs EDCL1-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The SureFire EDCL1-T is the shorter light: 114.3 mm (4.50 in) against 140.5 mm (5.53 in), a difference of 26.2 mm (19%). At its widest point the Fenix PD35R ACE is 2.1 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 28.6 mm). The SureFire EDCL1-T is 51 g lighter (93.6 g vs 145 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix PD35R ACE is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 300% more.
Battery
Both run on a removable CR123A battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD35R ACE was $85.95 at fenixlighting.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix PD35R ACE cost $129.05 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 PD35R ACE if you want a slimmer profile (2.1 mm narrower) and more output (2,000 lm vs 500 lm). Choose the SureFire EDCL1-T if you want a shorter light (26.2 mm shorter) and less weight (51 g lighter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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PD35R ACE vs EDCL1-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD35R ACE or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The SureFire EDCL1-T is the shorter light: 114.3 mm (4.50 in) against 140.5 mm (5.53 in), a difference of 26.2 mm (19%). At its widest point the Fenix PD35R ACE is 2.1 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 28.6 mm). The SureFire EDCL1-T is 51 g lighter (93.6 g vs 145 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD35R ACE or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Fenix PD35R ACE is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 300% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD35R ACE or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD35R ACE was $85.95 at fenixlighting.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix PD35R ACE cost $129.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD35R ACE and SureFire EDCL1-T use the same battery?
Both run on a removable CR123A battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix PD35R ACE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $85.95 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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