Streamlight Syclone stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1525% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1525% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 542% 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.
High strength stainless steel body with PVD titanium coating and carbon fiber reinforced polymer frame
Thermoplastic with chemical-resistant lens
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday carry (EDC)▣Tactical use▣Search and rescue▣Personal defense▣Security patrol▣Law enforcement▣Emergency lighting
▣Hands-free applications▣Paint matching or color identification▣Compact work light
Common praise
✓Extremely high maximum brightness output for its size✓Versatile beam modes including flood and spotlight✓Quick USB-C charging with built-in battery✓Durable stainless steel and carbon fiber construction✓Useful OLED display showing lumens, runtime, and battery status✓Dedicated turbo/strobe button and quick access modes✓Effective lockout switch to prevent accidental activation✓Long runtime on low modes
✓Adjustable 360° rotating head for targeting light✓Bright cool white LED and high CRI Color-Rite LED for color accuracy✓USB rechargeable with convenient battery included✓Compact and lightweight design
Common complaints
⚠Limited water resistance with IP54 rating (not fully waterproof)⚠No true moonlight mode (lowest mode is 13-15 lumens)⚠Output steps lack a very low moonlight-level mode⚠Relatively heavy for a flat EDC light⚠OLED screen may be prone to scratching⚠Restrictive internal battery (not user replaceable)
⚠Not rated for submersion, only water-resistant (IPX4)⚠No exact dimensions for head/body diameter provided