Nitecore EDC31 vs SureFire EDCL1-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 1.3 mm (0.05 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC31, and 5.6 mm wider at its widest point. It is 6 g lighter (with battery).
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 1.3 mm (0.05 in) longer than the Nitecore EDC31, and 5.6 mm wider at its widest point. It is 6 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC31 Check price ↗ | SureFire EDCL1-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 113 mm (4.45 in) | 114.3 mm (4.50 in)+1.3 mm |
| Head / width | 23 mm (0.91 in) | 28.6 mm (1.12 in)+5.6 mm |
| Body | 23 mm (0.91 in) | — |
| Weight | 100 g with clip | 93.6 g with battery−6 g |
| Battery | Built-in | CR123A |
| Max output | 3,500 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | 380 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $54.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced Maker page: 4.46 in, head 0.91 in, tube 0.89 in, 3.53 oz with clip | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed |
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EDC31 vs EDCL1-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC31 is the shorter light: 113 mm (4.45 in) against 114.3 mm (4.50 in), a difference of 1.3 mm (1%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC31 is 5.6 mm slimmer (23 vs 28.6 mm). The SureFire EDCL1-T is 6 g lighter (93.6 g vs 100 g, with clip).
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC31 is rated brighter: 3,500 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 600% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC31 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 EDC31 was $54.95 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore EDC31 cost $160.05 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 Nitecore EDC31 if you want a slimmer profile (5.6 mm narrower), more output (3,500 lm vs 500 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the SureFire EDCL1-T if you want less weight (6 g lighter) 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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EDC31 vs EDCL1-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC31 or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Nitecore EDC31 is the shorter light: 113 mm (4.45 in) against 114.3 mm (4.50 in), a difference of 1.3 mm (1%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC31 is 5.6 mm slimmer (23 vs 28.6 mm). The SureFire EDCL1-T is 6 g lighter (93.6 g vs 100 g, with clip).
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC31 or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Nitecore EDC31 is rated brighter: 3,500 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 600% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC31 or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC31 was $54.95 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore EDC31 cost $160.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC31 and SureFire EDCL1-T use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC31 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 EDC31: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $54.95 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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