Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB vs SureFire EDC2-DFT size comparison
The SureFire EDC2-DFT is 19.4 mm (0.77 in) longer than the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB, and 5.1 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The SureFire EDC2-DFT is 19.4 mm (0.77 in) longer than the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB, and 5.1 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB Check price ↗ | SureFire EDC2-DFT Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 130.6 mm (5.14 in) | 150 mm (5.91 in)+19.4 mm |
| Head / width | 26.9 mm (1.06 in) | 32 mm (1.26 in)+5.1 mm |
| Body | 23.9 mm (0.94 in) | — |
| Weight | 125 g with battery | 159 g listed |
| Battery | 18650 / 2x CR123A | 18650 |
| Max output | 500 lm | 700 lm |
| Throw | — | 632 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $83.05 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $287.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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ProTac 2L-X USB vs EDC2-DFT: how they differ
Size and weight
The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is the shorter light: 130.6 mm (5.14 in) against 150 mm (5.91 in), a difference of 19.4 mm (13%). At its widest point the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 5.1 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB: 125 g with battery; SureFire EDC2-DFT: 159 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The SureFire EDC2-DFT is rated brighter: 700 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB, 40% more.
Battery
The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the SureFire EDC2-DFT runs on a removable 18650 battery.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB was $83.05 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDC2-DFT from $287.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB cost $203.95 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 Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB if you want a shorter light (19.4 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (5.1 mm narrower). Choose the SureFire EDC2-DFT if you want more output (700 lm vs 500 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB Check price ↗ SureFire EDC2-DFT
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ProTac 2L-X USB vs EDC2-DFT FAQ
Which is smaller, the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB or the SureFire EDC2-DFT?
The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is the shorter light: 130.6 mm (5.14 in) against 150 mm (5.91 in), a difference of 19.4 mm (13%). At its widest point the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 5.1 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB: 125 g with battery; SureFire EDC2-DFT: 159 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB or the SureFire EDC2-DFT?
The SureFire EDC2-DFT is rated brighter: 700 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB, 40% more.
Which is cheaper, the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB or the SureFire EDC2-DFT?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB was $83.05 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDC2-DFT from $287.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB cost $203.95 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB and SureFire EDC2-DFT use the same battery?
The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the SureFire EDC2-DFT runs on a removable 18650 battery.
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Sources
- Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $83.05 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- SureFire EDC2-DFT: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price from $287.00 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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