Comparison Console
Olight i5R EOS vs Streamlight Wedge XT
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Olight i5R EOS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 148% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1750% 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$39.95Cheapest
US$98.99Most expensive
Weight
60 g (2.12 oz)Lightest
74.3 g (2.62 oz)Heaviest
Length
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Shortest
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
350 lmLowest output
500 lmHighest output
Max candela
1247 cdLowest candela
1900 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
70.6 m (232 ft)Lowest
87 m (285 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2220 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Custom 2.4V rechargeable lithium-ion cell (called "14500" but non-standard)
Lithium Polymer Cell
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX7
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDCUsers wanting a dual-chemistry cell flashlightThose appreciating unique plum color
Everyday carryTactical useProfessional useLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
Common praise
Unique plum color with attractive finishCompact size for everyday carrySolid light performance up to 350 lumensIncludes custom rechargeable 2.4V lithium-ion cell and USB-C charging
Compact and ergonomic designDurable anodized aluminum housingWaterproof and impact resistantGood runtime and brightness balanceEasy one-handed operationProgrammable modes and battery status indicator
Common complaints
Included specialized 2.4V cell not compatible with standard 14500 chargers or batteriesSpring edge can snag battery when screwing on tailcap without modification
None noted in provided sources