Comparison Console
Nitecore TM9K Pro vs Streamlight Stinger LED HL
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1138% 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 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1138% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM9K Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4233% 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$195Most expensive
US$179.99Cheapest
Weight
227 g (8.01 oz)Lightest
352 g (12.42 oz)Heaviest
Length
133 mm (5.24 in)Shortest
213.6 mm (8.41 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
9900 lmHighest output
800 lmLowest output
Max candela
65400 cdHighest candela
24000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
510 m (1673 ft)Highest
310 m (1017 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3900 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 5000mAh 21700 lithium-ion
Nickel-Metal Hydride
Charging type
USB-C fast charging with 18W QC
Smart PiggyBack charger, Steady charger, Smart charger (USB or 12V DC input)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard anodized 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 rescueLaw enforcementTactical applicationsEDCOutdoor adventures
Law enforcementFirefightingIndustrial techniciansSituations requiring high lumen output and wide flood beam
Common praise
Very high brightness with good beam throwReliable build quality with tactical featuresFast USB-C chargingIntuitive dual-stage tail switch interfaceExcellent runtime on low modes
High brightness with wide area illuminationDurable and reliable for professional useMultiple modes including strobe for tactical needsRechargeable battery with long lifecycle
Common complaints
Built-in non-replaceable batteryGets warm at highest setting after extended useSome users may find the size and weight bulky for EDC
Relatively heavy compared to smaller EDC lightsNot the most compact optionCharging times vary depending on charger used
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