Comparison Console
Nitecore HC65 UHE vs Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC65 UHE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC65 UHE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore HC65 UHE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 UHE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 UHE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 UHE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2087% 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$124Cheapest
US$127Most expensive
Weight
152 g (5.36 oz)Heaviest
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
Length
90 mm (3.54 in)Shortest
112.5 mm (4.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
13454 cdHighest candela
7000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
232 m (761 ft)Highest
167 m (548 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4920 minLongest runtime
225 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion
SL-B26 rechargeable Li-Ion USB battery pack; also accepts CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB-C built-in
USB rechargeable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Aero-grade aluminum alloy with HA III hard-anodized finish
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer
Use case profile
Best for
CampingHikingHuntingIndustrial workEDC use
Right-angle flashlight useHands-free lighting when attached to gearProfessional, industrial, and outdoor tasks
Common praise
High output brightness with good beam qualityLong runtime up to 82 hours on lower modesVersatile lighting including white, red, and reading lightsDurable and well-built with anodized aluminum bodyComfortable adjustable headband with optional over-the-top strap
Bright 500 lumen output with balanced beamRugged and waterproof designConvenient USB rechargeable battery and multi-fuel capabilityHands-free use with clip and D-ring attachment
Common complaints
Headlamp is somewhat heavy due to build qualityCharging speed can be slower compared to external chargers
No information on complaints in available sources
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