Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. Olight SR95S UT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Olight SR95S UT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Olight SR95S UT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Olight SR95S UT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Olight SR95S UT stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 562% 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.
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, fully recharges in ~9-11 hours with battery status indicator
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX6
IPX7 (waterproof to 1m submersion) / IP64
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard anodizing
High impact, super-tough nylon construction; rotating head of high-grade aluminum encased in super-tough nylon; reinforced D-Rings; rubberized cushioned-grip handle
Use case profile
Best for
▣Search And Rescue▣Exploration▣Long Range Illumination
▣Firefighting And Emergency Scene Lighting▣Utility And Industrial Use▣Situations Needing High Visibility In Thick Smoke Or Low Visibility Conditions
Common praise
✓Exceptional Beam Throw Distance (up To 820 Meters)✓High Maximum Output Brightness (1350 Lumens)✓Durable Aircraft Grade Aluminum Body✓Rechargeable With Built In Charging Port And Power Indicator✓Advanced Thermal Management To Prevent Overheating✓Multiple Brightness Levels And Strobe Mode With Easy Side Switch Operation
✓High Brightness Output With 1200 Lumens And Long Beam Distance Of 548 Meters✓Durable Construction With Ipx7 Waterproof Rating And Impact Resistance✓Useful 180° Tilting Head To Aim Light Where Needed✓Integrated Blue Taillight Leds Enhance Visibility In Thick Smoke✓Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery With Convenient Charging Options✓Flat Base For Stable Hands Free Use
Common complaints
⚠Relatively Heavy Weight (over 1.2 Kg) For Some Users⚠No Waterproof Rating Beyond Ipx6 (not For Submersion)⚠Relatively Large Size Compared To Smaller EDC Flashlights⚠Limited Information On Availability And Retail Pricing
⚠Relatively Heavy And Bulky Compared To Typical EDC Flashlights⚠Moderate Runtime On High Setting (around 4.75 To 7.25 Hours)⚠Long Recharge Time (9 To 11 Hours)