Comparison Console
Olight Baldr S vs Streamlight Wedge XT
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Baldr S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Baldr S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Baldr S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baldr S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baldr S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baldr S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 17% 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$148.45Cheapest
US$155Most expensive
Weight
95 g (3.35 oz)Heaviest
74.28 g (2.62 oz)Lightest
Length
63 mm (2.48 in)Shortest
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
800 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
4400 cdHighest candela
1900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Highest
87 m (285 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
140 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
3.7V 380mAh Rechargeable Lithium Polymer Battery (Built-in)
Lithium Polymer Cell
Charging type
Magnetic Charging
USB-C charging via waterproof port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum
Anodized aluminum body with polycarbonate lens
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useSelf-defenseMilitaryLaw enforcementCompact firearms compatibility
Everyday carryPatrol dutyTactical maneuversAutomotive useIndustrial useDIY tasksOutdoor activities such as hunting, camping, boating
Common praise
High maximum brightness (800 lumens)Long maximum runtime of 140 minutes on low modeAdjustable green or blue laser for aimingDual ambidextrous switches for easy operationCompact size and easy installation with quick-install sliding rail mountReliable construction with IPX4 waterproof rating and 1-meter impact resistance
Compact and lightweight design ideal for deep pocket carryRechargeable with convenient USB-C waterproof portIntuitive tail switch with momentary and constant-on operationGood runtime with two brightness levels to suit different needsDurable anodized aluminum construction and polycarbonate lensEffective five-tap lockout to prevent accidental activation
Common complaints
No SOS or beacon modeLimited to max 130 meters beam distance, which may be shorter compared to some larger flashlights
Lower maximum brightness compared to original Wedge modelBattery takes six hours to fully charge