Nitecore MT2A Pro vs SureFire EDCL2-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL2-T is 5.3 mm (0.21 in) longer than the Nitecore MT2A Pro, and 8.6 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with batteries vs listed), so compare them with care.
The SureFire EDCL2-T is 5.3 mm (0.21 in) longer than the Nitecore MT2A Pro, and 8.6 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with batteries vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore MT2A Pro Check price ↗ | SureFire EDCL2-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 143 mm (5.63 in) | 148.3 mm (5.84 in)+5.3 mm |
| Head / width | 20 mm (0.79 in) | 28.6 mm (1.13 in)+8.6 mm |
| Body | 17 mm (0.67 in) | — |
| Weight | 98 g listed | 116.2 g with batteries |
| Battery | 2x AA / NL1416R | 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 1,000 lm | 1,200 lm |
| Throw | 255 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $44.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $239.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed |
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MT2A Pro vs EDCL2-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore MT2A Pro is the shorter light: 143 mm (5.63 in) against 148.3 mm (5.84 in), a difference of 5.3 mm (4%). At its widest point the Nitecore MT2A Pro is 8.6 mm slimmer (20 vs 28.6 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MT2A Pro: 98 g listed; SureFire EDCL2-T: 116.2 g with batteries), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The SureFire EDCL2-T is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Nitecore MT2A Pro, 20% more.
Battery
The Nitecore MT2A Pro runs on removable 2x AA / NL1416R batteries; the SureFire EDCL2-T runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a AA cell is about 14.5 × 50.5 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore MT2A Pro was $44.95 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDCL2-T $239.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MT2A Pro cost $194.05 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 MT2A Pro if you want a shorter light (5.3 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (8.6 mm narrower). Choose the SureFire EDCL2-T if you want more output (1,200 lm vs 1,000 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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MT2A Pro vs EDCL2-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore MT2A Pro or the SureFire EDCL2-T?
The Nitecore MT2A Pro is the shorter light: 143 mm (5.63 in) against 148.3 mm (5.84 in), a difference of 5.3 mm (4%). At its widest point the Nitecore MT2A Pro is 8.6 mm slimmer (20 vs 28.6 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MT2A Pro: 98 g listed; SureFire EDCL2-T: 116.2 g with batteries), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore MT2A Pro or the SureFire EDCL2-T?
The SureFire EDCL2-T is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Nitecore MT2A Pro, 20% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore MT2A Pro or the SureFire EDCL2-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore MT2A Pro was $44.95 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDCL2-T $239.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MT2A Pro cost $194.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore MT2A Pro and SureFire EDCL2-T use the same battery?
The Nitecore MT2A Pro runs on removable 2x AA / NL1416R batteries; the SureFire EDCL2-T runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a AA cell is about 14.5 × 50.5 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Nitecore MT2A Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $44.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- SureFire EDCL2-T: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $239.00 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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