Nitecore T4K vs SureFire EDCL1-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 32.3 mm (1.27 in) longer than the Nitecore T4K, and 1.4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
Nitecore T4K: Photo: Nitecore · Image policy
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 32.3 mm (1.27 in) longer than the Nitecore T4K, and 1.4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore T4K Check price ↗ | SureFire EDCL1-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 82 mm (3.23 in) | 114.3 mm (4.50 in)+32.3 mm |
| Head / width | 30 mm (1.18 in) | 28.6 mm (1.12 in)−1.4 mm |
| Thickness | 29 mm (1.14 in) | — |
| Weight | 77 g listed | 93.6 g with battery |
| Battery | Built-in | CR123A |
| Max output | 4,000 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | 209 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $89.95 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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T4K vs EDCL1-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore T4K is the shorter light: 82 mm (3.23 in) against 114.3 mm (4.50 in), a difference of 32.3 mm (28%). At its widest point the SureFire EDCL1-T is 1.4 mm slimmer (28.6 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore T4K: 77 g listed; SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore T4K is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 700% more.
Battery
The Nitecore T4K 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 T4K was $89.95 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore T4K cost $125.05 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 T4K if you want a shorter light (32.3 mm shorter), more output (4,000 lm vs 500 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the SureFire EDCL1-T if you want 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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T4K vs EDCL1-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore T4K or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Nitecore T4K is the shorter light: 82 mm (3.23 in) against 114.3 mm (4.50 in), a difference of 32.3 mm (28%). At its widest point the SureFire EDCL1-T is 1.4 mm slimmer (28.6 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore T4K: 77 g listed; SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore T4K or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Nitecore T4K is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 700% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore T4K or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore T4K was $89.95 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore T4K cost $125.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore T4K and SureFire EDCL1-T use the same battery?
The Nitecore T4K 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 T4K: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Photo from manufacturer: the maker's own product photo with the background removed, scaled to the published length and diameter (Photo: Nitecore; image policy). Price $89.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- SureFire EDCL1-T: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $215.00 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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