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Nitecore TM28 vs Streamlight Stinger LED HL
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 650% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 650% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 66500% 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$399.95Most expensive
US$222Cheapest
Weight
414.7 g (14.63 oz)Heaviest
352 g (12.42 oz)Lightest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
213.6 mm (8.41 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
6000 lmHighest output
800 lmLowest output
Max candela
107200 cdHighest candela
24000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
655 m (2149 ft)Highest
310 m (1017 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
59940 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4x 3100mAh IMR 18650 rechargeable Li-ion batteries
Nickel-metal Hydride (NiMH) sub-C, 3-cell, 3.6 Volt
Charging type
AC adapter with intelligent charging circuit
Smart charger, 120VAC / 12V DC and USB (5V/1A) input
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (submersible)
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace grade aluminium alloy with HAIII hard anodised finish
Machined aircraft aluminum body with non-slip rubberized comfort grip; unbreakable polycarbonate lens with scratch-resistant coating
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueCampingPhotographyOutdoor useTactical applications
Tactical useLaw enforcementOutdoor activities requiring wide beam and high illuminationSearch and rescueFirefighter flashlight
Common praise
Very bright output with high lumen countLong beam distance and intensityIntelligent charging and OLED status displayMultiple brightness and special modesDurable, waterproof design
High brightness with a wide and concentrated beamMultiple lighting modes for flexibilityDurable and comfortable gripRechargeable with smart charging optionsReliable C4 LED technology with long lifetime
Common complaints
Heavy weight for pocket carryRelatively large size
Weight could be heavy for some users (352 grams)Not waterproof beyond light splashing (IPX4)
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