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Fenix LD12R vs Streamlight ProTac 1L
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight ProTac 1L stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD12R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD12R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix LD12R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD12R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD12R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD12R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 17% 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$73.21Cheapest
US$89.85Most expensive
Weight
74 g (2.61 oz)Heaviest
71 g (2.50 oz)Lightest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmHighest output
350 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
6400 cd
Beam distance
186 m (610 ft)Highest
160 m (525 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
980 minLongest runtime
840 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
14500 rechargeable Li-ion; also compatible with AA battery
CR123A lithium, AA alkaline, or AA lithium
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX7 waterproof to 1 meter for 30 minutes
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Unknown
Anodized aluminum with impact resistant tempered glass lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryHands Free Use With Metal Surfaces
Everyday CarryLaw EnforcementSecurityMilitarySporting GoodsHardware/tool UseGeneral Personal Use
Common praise
Compact And Lightweight DesignStrong Maximum Brightness Of 600 LumensVersatile Dual Light Outputs (main And Side Leds)Convenient USB C Charging PortFully Waterproof With Ip68 RatingImpact Resistant To 1.5 MetersMagnetic Clip For Hands Free Use On Metal SurfacesCompatibility With Both 14500 Rechargeable And Aa Batteries
Compact SizeDual Fuel Battery FlexibilityHigh Lumen OutputDurable Aluminum ConstructionProgrammable ModesWaterproof And Impact Resistant
Common complaints
Decreased Performance In Cold Weather When Using Certain Nimh BatteriesHigh Mode Not Accessible With Aa BatteriesRequires Precise Assembly To Maintain Reliable ContactOccasional Contact Issues In Cold Environments
Not RechargeablePerformance Depends On Battery TypeLimited Information On Exact Dimensions Beyond Length
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