Comparison Console
Fenix LD30R vs Streamlight PolyTac 90
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix LD30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD30R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 240% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix LD30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 240% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1878% 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$86.48Cheapest
US$96.99Most expensive
Weight
132 g (4.66 oz)Lightest
136 g (4.80 oz)Heaviest
Length
129.7 mm (5.11 in)Longest
112.5 mm (4.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
18037 cdHighest candela
7000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
267 m (876 ft)Highest
167 m (548 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4450 minLongest runtime
225 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 included ARB-L18-3400 Li-ion 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
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
All-metal CNC machined body with premium type HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer with textured grip
Use case profile
Best for
EDCOutdoor useCampingEmergencyTactical
Industrial useEmergency respondersHands-free lighting with clipWear on gear, belts, or vests during work
Common praise
High brightness and versatile modesDurable and well-built metal bodyConvenient dual-switch interfaceLong runtime on lower modesWaterproof and impact resistant
Versatile multi-fuel capabilityRugged and durable constructionEffective hands-free use with clip and carabiner D-ringGood brightness with balanced beam pattern
Common complaints
Price may be high compared to simpler flashlights
Relatively short max runtime on highest mode with CR123A batteriesNo specific complaints clearly stated in source