Comparison Console
Streamlight Double Clutch USB vs Streamlight TLR-7A
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight TLR-7A 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 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% 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 TLR-7A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 133% 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$130.99Most expensive
Weight
114.25 g (4.03 oz)Heaviest
113.4 g (4.00 oz)Lightest
Length
Unknown
65.5 mm (2.58 in)
Output
Max lumens
125 lmLowest output
500 lmHighest output
Max candela
1700 cdLowest candela
5000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
82 m (269 ft)Lowest
140 m (459 ft)Highest
Max runtime
210 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
USB rechargeable lithium polymer battery, 3x AAA alkaline or lithium batteries (backup)
CR123A lithium battery
Charging type
USB
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX4
IPX7
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Impact-resistant polymer (engineering polymer, polycarbonate lens)
Anodized aircraft aluminum housing
Use case profile
Best for
Work tasks requiring adjustable beamHands-free lightingUse with hard hatsNear and distance lighting
Subcompact handgun mountingLaw enforcementHome defenseTactical use
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
Bright 500-lumen output with focused 140m beam distanceDurable anodized aluminum constructionAmbidextrous, customizable rear switch controlsCompact snag-free design fitting most subcompact pistolsIncludes CR123A battery
Common complaints
USB AC adapter not includedRuntime is moderate, not very long for high modes
Short runtime of about 1.5 hoursSome users report switch or mounting hardware issuesYellowish tint light compared to other modelsRequires tools (coin) for mounting screw adjustment