Comparison Console
Fenix HM71R vs Streamlight Survivor X
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix HM71R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HM71R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 980% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 980% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R 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$128.5Most expensive
US$115Cheapest
Weight
207.5 g (7.32 oz)Lightest
337 g (11.89 oz)Heaviest
Length
106 mm (4.17 in)Shortest
179.2 mm (7.06 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2700 lmHighest output
250 lmLowest output
Max candela
13300 cdLowest candela
50000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
230 m (755 ft)Lowest
447 m (1467 ft)Highest
Max runtime
24000 minLongest runtime
900 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 included)
Rechargeable Lithium-ion or 3x AA alkaline (carrier not included)
Charging type
USB Type-C (supports 2A charging current)
USB Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery (charges in 5 hours)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP67
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Unknown
High-impact, super tough nylon
Use case profile
Best for
CampingWorkEmergency useGeneral purpose lightingHands-free tasks
Hazardous environmentsFirefightingSearch and RescueHands-free right-angle light use
Common praise
High maximum output of 2700 lumensGood beam distance of 230 metersVersatile dual LED (spot and flood)Solid build with IP68 waterproof rating and 2m impact resistanceMagnetic tailcap allows hands-free mounting on metal surfacesDetachable from headband for handheld useIncluded high capacity rechargeable 21700 battery with USB-C charging
Durable construction with high impact resistanceLong runtime optionsGood beam distance and brightnessSuitable for hazardous environment useEasy operation with gloves due to large rubber switch button
Common complaints
Right angle form factor may not be ideal for dedicated headlamp use compared to T-type headlampsNo detailed information on switch type or material composition
Battery carrier for alkaline batteries not includedRelatively heavy compared to small pocket flashlightsLimited information on exact dimensions for head and body diameter