Comparison Console
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 vs Streamlight PolyTac 90
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 220% 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 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 220% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 15900% 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$105Most expensive
US$96.99Cheapest
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Lightest
136 g (4.80 oz)Heaviest
Length
Unknown
112.5 mm (4.43 in)
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
7353 cdHighest candela
7000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
170 m (558 ft)Highest
167 m (548 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
36000 minLongest runtime
225 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable battery
1x Streamlight SL-B26 Li-Ion USB rechargeable battery pack or 2x CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB rechargeable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7 waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Magnesium alloy, aluminum, polycarbonate
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer with textured grip
Use case profile
Best for
Trail RunningWorking Around The House/garage/yardHikingHunting/fishingTechnical Trail RunningFast Moving Night Efforts
Industrial UseEmergency RespondersHands Free Lighting With ClipWear On Gear, Belts, Or Vests During Work
Common praise
High Maximum Output Of 1600 LumensDual Beam System With Cool And Warm White Leds For Versatile UseComfortable And Adjustable Sport Fit Headband With Single Hand AdjustmentDurable Magnesium Alloy Frame Reducing Weight And Increasing StrengthLong Battery Runtime And USB C Rechargeable BatteryHigh Ip68 Waterproof Rating And 2 Meter Impact ResistanceAdjustable Beam Angle From Straight Ahead To Nearly 90 Degrees Downward
Versatile Multi Fuel CapabilityRugged And Durable ConstructionEffective Hands Free Use With Clip And Carabiner D RingGood Brightness With Balanced Beam Pattern
Common complaints
Not Ideal For Jogging Due To Strap Design Lacking Third Top StrapBattery Is Built In And Not Hot Swappable For Multi Day UsePotential Surface Oxidation If Anodization DamagedUSB C Port Cover Is A Common Failure Point Impacting Waterproofness
Relatively Short Max Runtime On Highest Mode With Cr123a BatteriesNo Specific Complaints Clearly Stated In Source
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