Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP33S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 713% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP33S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Lightest
Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Sofirn SP33S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Sofirn SP33S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 713% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Sofirn SP33S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Sofirn SP33S stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 19% 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.
USB and AC/DC charging via clamp-style charger holder with LED charge indicator; charges fully in ~3 hours
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX4
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy, T6061-T6
6000 series machined aircraft aluminum with anodized finish, Borofloat high temperature glass lens
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC▣Camping▣Hiking▣Outdoor activities
▣Searching large area▣Law enforcement▣Automotive technicians▣Professional use▣Weapon mounting
Common praise
✓High maximum brightness at 5000 lumens✓Stable output with boost driver✓Convenient USB-C charging with powerbank capability✓Good build quality with flat tailcap for stable tailstanding✓No PWM (pulse-width modulation) in light output
✓Extremely durable construction✓Impressive brightness/output✓Simple, intuitive switch design✓Multi-mode including strobe for signaling✓Compatible charging system across Streamlight Strion line
Common complaints
⚠Can turn off under strong vibrations due to brass button contact design⚠Some color tint shift in beam⚠Limited thermal regulation leading to output ramping on turbo mode
⚠Runtime on highest mode is relatively short (~1-1.25 hours)