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Nitecore LR70 vs Streamlight ProTac HL 3

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore LR70 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 173% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Nitecore LR70 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore LR70 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Nitecore LR70 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 173% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Nitecore LR70 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2900% 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.

Nitecore LR70 — Beam distance: 300 m (984 ft)Nitecore LR70 — Max candela: 23100 cdNitecore LR70 — Weight: 271 g (9.56 oz)Nitecore LR70 — Length: 113 mm (4.45 in)Nitecore LR70 — Retail price: US$100.71Nitecore LR70 — Max lumens: 3000 lmStreamlight ProTac HL 3 — Beam distance: 379 m (1243 ft)Streamlight ProTac HL 3 — Max candela: 36000 cdStreamlight ProTac HL 3 — Weight: 263.46 g (9.29 oz)Streamlight ProTac HL 3 — Length: 180.34 mm (7.10 in)Streamlight ProTac HL 3 — Retail price: US$98.99Streamlight ProTac HL 3 — Max lumens: 1100 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$100.71Most expensive
US$98.99Cheapest
Weight
271 g (9.56 oz)Heaviest
263.46 g (9.29 oz)Lightest
Length
113 mm (4.45 in)Shortest
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
1100 lmLowest output
Max candela
23100 cdLowest candela
36000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
300 m (984 ft)Lowest
379 m (1243 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3600 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Rechargeable Li-ion 10,000mAh (2 x NL2150)
3 x CR123A lithium
Charging type
USB-C 18W QC/PD input/output
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP67
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
PC and aluminum alloy
Anodized machined aircraft aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Search And Rescue▣Outdoor Activities▣Camping▣Work▣Emergency Power Bank
▣Tactical Use▣Outdoor Activities▣Industrial Work▣Scene Lighting
Common praise
✓Versatile 3 In 1 Design With Flashlight, Lantern, And Power Bank.✓High Maximum Output At 3000 Lumens In Flashlight Mode.✓Good Durability With Ip67 Rating And 1m Impact Resistance.✓Long Runtime Up To 60 Hours At 55 Lumens.✓Power Bank Function With 10,000mah Battery And USB C Charging.
✓Bright Wide Beam✓Long Runtime On Low Mode✓Durable Aircraft Aluminum Construction✓Programmable Ten Tap Modes✓Waterproof And Impact Resistant
Common complaints
⚠Not Optimized For Dedicated Everyday Carry Or Tactical Use Due To Size And Design.⚠Heavy Compared To Smaller EDC Flashlights.⚠Beam Throw And Candela Moderate For Tactical Thrower Standards.
⚠Weight Relatively Heavy For Compact EDC⚠No Built In Rechargeable Battery

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