Comparison Console
Fenix HL60R vs Streamlight PolyTac 90
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix HL60R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HL60R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2567% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$104.5Most expensive
US$96.99Cheapest
Weight
121 g (4.27 oz)Lightest
136 g (4.80 oz)Heaviest
Length
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
112.5 mm (4.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
950 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
7000 cd
Beam distance
116 m (381 ft)Lowest
167 m (548 ft)Highest
Max runtime
6000 minLongest runtime
225 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A lithium primary
1x Streamlight SL-B26 Li-Ion USB rechargeable battery pack or 2x CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
Micro USB charging cable
USB rechargeable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8, waterproof to 2m depth
IPX7 waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Durable aircraft grade aluminium, premium Type III hard anodised anti-abrasive finish
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer with textured grip
Use case profile
Best for
HikingCampingTrekkingCave explorationNight ridingSearch and rescueFishingBackcountry travel
Industrial useEmergency respondersHands-free lighting with clipWear on gear, belts, or vests during work
Common praise
High maximum output of 950 lumensLong runtime up to 100 hours in eco modeWaterproof to 2 meters (IPX8)Durable all-metal aircraft grade aluminum buildUSB charging with included 18650 rechargeable batteryFunctional side switch with battery level indicatorsIncludes multiple brightness modes and red night vision modeComfortable adjustable head strap with tilt feature
Versatile multi-fuel capabilityRugged and durable constructionEffective hands-free use with clip and carabiner D-ringGood brightness with balanced beam pattern
Common complaints
Switch located on side instead of top, takes 1 second press to activate which can be unintuitiveFeels heavy at 121 grams without battery, heavier with included battery (about 158 grams total)Wide plastic plate can press uncomfortably on bare foreheadNot designed to fit securely on whitewater helmets without rigging
Relatively short max runtime on highest mode with CR123A batteriesNo specific complaints clearly stated in source