Comparison Console
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max vs Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 38300% 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$120.95Cheapest
US$127Most expensive
Weight
148 g (5.22 oz)Heaviest
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
Length
114 mm (4.49 in)Longest
112.5 mm (4.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
6974 cdLowest candela
7000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
167 m (548 ft)
167 m (548 ft)
Max runtime
86400 minLongest runtime
225 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 proprietary Li-ion rechargeable
SL-B26 rechargeable Li-Ion USB battery pack; also accepts CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
Proprietary magnetic USB charging cable (MCC3)
USB rechargeable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX7
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Aluminum (black and green versions) or magnesium alloy (desert tan version)
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)General outdoor activitiesPowerful illumination with long runtimeSafe use near skin due to proximity sensor
Right-angle flashlight useHands-free lighting when attached to gearProfessional, industrial, and outdoor tasks
Common praise
High build quality and solid machiningPowerful 2500 lumens output with good beam distance (~167 m)Very long maximum runtime (up to 60 days/86400 minutes)User-friendly interface with easy-to-use recessed side switchProximity sensor to prevent accidental burns, which can be disabledConvenient magnetic proprietary charging with included MCC3 USB cableLightweight magnesium alloy version availableIncludes a travel pouch and magnetic L-shaped stand for storage
Bright 500 lumen output with balanced beamRugged and waterproof designConvenient USB rechargeable battery and multi-fuel capabilityHands-free use with clip and D-ring attachment
Common complaints
Battery is a proprietary 21700 cell limiting battery replacement optionsLight is larger than previous 18650 Baton models, potentially bulky for someLimited impact resistance information and no explicit tested drop rating
No information on complaints in available sources