Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix TK21R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 177% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Fenix TK21R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Fenix TK21R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Fenix TK21R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 177% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Fenix TK21R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4733% 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.
SL-B26 USB rechargeable battery or 2x CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C via battery pack
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy A6061-T6
6000 series machined aircraft aluminum with Type II MIL-SPEC anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
▣Tactical Use▣Patrolling▣Search And Rescue▣Traffic Inspection▣Self Defense
▣Duty Use▣Tactical▣Everyday Carry▣Law Enforcement
Common praise
✓Very Bright With Strong Beam✓Solid Build Quality✓Ip68 Waterproof Rating✓Long Runtime✓Fast USB C Charging✓Comfortable Size For Tactical Use✓Improved Tactile Switch Feel
✓High Output With Good Beam Distance✓Multi Fuel Flexibility Prevents Power Loss✓Durable Aircraft Aluminum Body✓Ten Tap Programming Allows Mode Customization
Common complaints
⚠Larger Size Compared To Some EDC Flashlights⚠No Detailed Mode Descriptions Available
⚠Clip Quality Could Be Better⚠Tailcap Switch Sometimes Mushy Compared To Competitors