Nitecore P20iX vs SureFire EDCL2-T size comparison

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The SureFire EDCL2-T is 6.8 mm (0.27 in) longer than the Nitecore P20iX, and 3.2 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with batteries vs listed (battery unspecified)), so compare them with care.

Nitecore P20iX · 141.5 mmSureFire EDCL2-T · 148.33 mm

The SureFire EDCL2-T is 6.8 mm (0.27 in) longer than the Nitecore P20iX, and 3.2 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with batteries vs listed (battery unspecified)), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Nitecore P20iX
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SureFire EDCL2-T
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Length141.5 mm (5.57 in)148.3 mm (5.84 in)+6.8 mm
Head / width31.8 mm (1.25 in)28.6 mm (1.13 in)−3.2 mm
Body25.4 mm (1.00 in)—
Weight116 g listed (battery unspecified)116.2 g with batteries
Battery217002x CR123A
Max output4,000 lm1,200 lm
Throw——
TypeEDCEDC
Price$119.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$239.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
Sourcenitecorestore.com sourced
Listed L-5.57" x W-1.25" x H-1.00", 4.09 oz; converted
batteryjunction.com sourced
Body diameter not listed

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P20iX vs EDCL2-T: how they differ

Size and weight

The Nitecore P20iX is the shorter light: 141.5 mm (5.57 in) against 148.3 mm (5.84 in), a difference of 6.8 mm (5%). At its widest point the SureFire EDCL2-T is 3.2 mm slimmer (28.6 vs 31.8 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore P20iX: 116 g listed (battery unspecified); SureFire EDCL2-T: 116.2 g with batteries), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Nitecore P20iX is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the SureFire EDCL2-T, 233% more.

Battery

The Nitecore P20iX runs on a removable 21700 battery; the SureFire EDCL2-T runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore P20iX was $119.95 at nitecorestore.com and the SureFire EDCL2-T $239.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore P20iX cost $119.05 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 P20iX if you want a shorter light (6.8 mm shorter) and more output (4,000 lm vs 1,200 lm). Choose the SureFire EDCL2-T if you want a slimmer profile (3.2 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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P20iX vs EDCL2-T FAQ

Which is smaller, the Nitecore P20iX or the SureFire EDCL2-T?

The Nitecore P20iX is the shorter light: 141.5 mm (5.57 in) against 148.3 mm (5.84 in), a difference of 6.8 mm (5%). At its widest point the SureFire EDCL2-T is 3.2 mm slimmer (28.6 vs 31.8 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore P20iX: 116 g listed (battery unspecified); SureFire EDCL2-T: 116.2 g with batteries), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Nitecore P20iX or the SureFire EDCL2-T?

The Nitecore P20iX is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the SureFire EDCL2-T, 233% more.

Which is cheaper, the Nitecore P20iX or the SureFire EDCL2-T?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore P20iX was $119.95 at nitecorestore.com and the SureFire EDCL2-T $239.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore P20iX cost $119.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Nitecore P20iX and SureFire EDCL2-T use the same battery?

The Nitecore P20iX runs on a removable 21700 battery; the SureFire EDCL2-T runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).

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Compare SureFire EDCL2-T with similar lights

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