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Streamlight Knucklehead vs Streamlight MegaStream USB
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight MegaStream USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight MegaStream USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight MegaStream USB stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 800% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight MegaStream USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Knucklehead stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MegaStream USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Knucklehead stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 328% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Knucklehead stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MegaStream USB stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 800% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MegaStream USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Knucklehead stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3592% 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$166.73Most expensive
US$148Cheapest
Weight
655 g (23.10 oz)Heaviest
153 g (5.40 oz)Lightest
Length
234 mm (9.21 in)Longest
134 mm (5.28 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
200 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
1150 cdLowest candela
26000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
Unknown
322 m (1056 ft)
Max runtime
28800 minLongest runtime
780 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Rechargeable NiCd battery pack or 4 AA alkaline batteries
SL-B34 rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack
Charging type
AC and DC fast chargers, universal steady charger optional
USB-C charging port accessible without removing the battery
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IPX7 waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
High impact super tough nylon polymer
Machined anodized aluminum alloy body with unbreakable polycarbonate lens
Use case profile
Best for
Work site illuminationProfessional use in emergency services
Everyday carryOutdoor useHigh-lumen requirement
Common praise
Bright 200 lumens with regulated intensityMultiple lighting modes including moonlight for extended runtimeDurable, impact and water resistant designRemovable strong magnet for hands-free use
Compact size with high outputSmooth and focused beamConvenient USB-C charging without battery removalDurable machined aluminum buildLong runtime on low settings
Common complaints
No charger included with this specific purchase option
Charging port cover prone to opening accidentallyPocket clip not securely attachedHigh output can be too bright for close work
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