Nitecore EDC09 vs SureFire EDCL1-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 6.3 mm (0.25 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC09, and 5.4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 6.3 mm (0.25 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC09, and 5.4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC09 Check price ↗ | SureFire EDCL1-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 108 mm (4.25 in) | 114.3 mm (4.50 in)+6.3 mm |
| Head / width | 34 mm (1.34 in) | 28.6 mm (1.12 in)−5.4 mm |
| Thickness | 24 mm (0.94 in) | — |
| Weight | 114 g listed | 93.6 g with battery |
| Battery | Built-in | CR123A |
| Max output | 1,600 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | 153 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $69.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed |
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EDC09 vs EDCL1-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC09 is the shorter light: 108 mm (4.25 in) against 114.3 mm (4.50 in), a difference of 6.3 mm (6%). At its widest point the SureFire EDCL1-T is 5.4 mm slimmer (28.6 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC09: 114 g listed; SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC09 is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 220% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC09 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 Nitecore EDC09 was $69.95 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore EDC09 cost $145.05 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 Nitecore EDC09 if you want a shorter light (6.3 mm shorter), more output (1,600 lm vs 500 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the SureFire EDCL1-T if you want a slimmer profile (5.4 mm narrower) and 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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EDC09 vs EDCL1-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC09 or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Nitecore EDC09 is the shorter light: 108 mm (4.25 in) against 114.3 mm (4.50 in), a difference of 6.3 mm (6%). At its widest point the SureFire EDCL1-T is 5.4 mm slimmer (28.6 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC09: 114 g listed; SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC09 or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Nitecore EDC09 is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 220% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC09 or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC09 was $69.95 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore EDC09 cost $145.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC09 and SureFire EDCL1-T use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC09 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
- Nitecore EDC09: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $69.95 from batteryjunction.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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