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Nitecore SRT6i vs Streamlight Vantage 180 X
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 740% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1300% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 740% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1300% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 23% 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$145.49Cheapest
US$175.49Most expensive
Weight
167 g (5.89 oz)
167 g (5.89 oz)
Length
163 mm (6.42 in)Longest
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmHighest output
250 lmLowest output
Max candela
65200 cdHighest candela
7200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
510 m (1673 ft)Highest
170 m (558 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
300 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x21700i Li-ion (NL2150HPi 5000mAh), 2xCR123, 2xRCR123/16340
SL-B26 Rechargeable Battery Pack or CR123A Lithium batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB (via SL-B26 battery pack)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7 (waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish; strike bezel with high strength silicon nitride ceramics
High-impact nylon with stainless steel clip
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseLong Range SearchlightLaw EnforcementHunting
FirefightersHelmet Mounted UseRight Angle Light ApplicationHandheld Flashlight UseMulti Use Versatility
Common praise
Intuitive No Nonsense User Interface With Rotary Selector RingImpressive Long Throw And Beam IntensitySolid Build Quality With Durable MaterialsIntegrated USB C Charging With Included Proprietary BatteryTactical Features Such As Strobe Ready Mode And Lockout
Multi Function Design Adaptable To Different Mounting And Handheld UsesGood Brightness Level With 250 Lumens Max OutputIpx7 Waterproof And Sturdy ConstructionLong Runtimes Especially On Rechargeable Battery
Common complaints
Large Head Size Makes Pocket Carry InconvenientRequires Proprietary Battery Which Limits Standard Battery Use
Weight Slightly Higher For An EDC Flashlight At 167gBeam Distance And Lumen Output May Be Limited For Some Tactical Needs
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