Comparison Console
Nitecore P12 vs Streamlight PolyTac 90
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 275% 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$95Cheapest
US$96.99Most expensive
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
Length
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
112.5 mm (4.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1300 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
6400 cdLowest candela
7000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
160 m (525 ft)Lowest
167 m (548 ft)Highest
Max runtime
60 minShortest runtime
225 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
16340 Li-ion / CR123A
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
Unknown
IPX7 waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer with textured grip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical UseIndoor And Most Outdoor Lighting
Industrial UseEmergency RespondersHands Free Lighting With ClipWear On Gear, Belts, Or Vests During Work
Common praise
Multiple Brightness Levels Including Red Light OptionsSolid Durability With Glass Breakers On BezelCompact And Lightweight For Easy EDC
Versatile Multi Fuel CapabilityRugged And Durable ConstructionEffective Hands Free Use With Clip And Carabiner D RingGood Brightness With Balanced Beam Pattern
Common complaints
Brightest White Mode Has Shorter Throw Distance Than Some CompetitorsRotating Collar Switch May Add Bulk
Relatively Short Max Runtime On Highest Mode With Cr123a BatteriesNo Specific Complaints Clearly Stated In Source
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