Comparison Console
Streamlight Double Clutch USB vs Streamlight PolyTac 90
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7% 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$80.95Cheapest
US$96.99Most expensive
Weight
114.25 g (4.03 oz)Lightest
136 g (4.80 oz)Heaviest
Length
Unknown
112.5 mm (4.43 in)
Output
Max lumens
125 lmLowest output
500 lmHighest output
Max candela
1700 cdLowest candela
7000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
82 m (269 ft)Lowest
167 m (548 ft)Highest
Max runtime
210 minShortest runtime
225 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
USB rechargeable lithium polymer battery, 3x AAA alkaline or lithium batteries (backup)
1x Streamlight SL-B26 Li-Ion USB rechargeable battery pack or 2x CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB
USB rechargeable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IPX7 waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Impact-resistant polymer (engineering polymer, polycarbonate lens)
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer with textured grip
Use case profile
Best for
Work tasks requiring adjustable beamHands-free lightingUse with hard hatsNear and distance lighting
Industrial useEmergency respondersHands-free lighting with clipWear on gear, belts, or vests during work
Common praise
Versatile lighting with adjustable spot and flood beamsRechargeable with backup battery optionComfortable, low-profile with tilting headDurable and dependable for work or outdoor use
Versatile multi-fuel capabilityRugged and durable constructionEffective hands-free use with clip and carabiner D-ringGood brightness with balanced beam pattern
Common complaints
USB AC adapter not includedRuntime is moderate, not very long for high modes
Relatively short max runtime on highest mode with CR123A batteriesNo specific complaints clearly stated in source