Comparison Console
Streamlight MegaStream USB vs Streamlight ProTac HL-X
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 13% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight MegaStream USB stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MegaStream USB stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MegaStream USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MegaStream USB stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MegaStream USB stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 767% 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$148Most expensive
US$124Cheapest
Weight
153 g (5.40 oz)Lightest
176 g (6.21 oz)Heaviest
Length
134 mm (5.28 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
1300 lmLowest output
Max candela
26000 cdLowest candela
35000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
322 m (1056 ft)Lowest
374 m (1227 ft)Highest
Max runtime
780 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
SL-B34 rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack
SL-B26 USB rechargeable battery or 2x CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB-C charging port accessible without removing the battery
USB-C via battery pack
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7 waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Machined anodized aluminum alloy body with unbreakable polycarbonate lens
6000 series machined aircraft aluminum with Type II MIL-SPEC anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor useHigh-lumen requirement
Duty useTacticalEveryday carryLaw enforcement
Common praise
Compact size with high outputSmooth and focused beamConvenient USB-C charging without battery removalDurable machined aluminum buildLong runtime on low settings
High output with good beam distanceMulti-fuel flexibility prevents power lossDurable aircraft aluminum bodyTEN-TAP programming allows mode customization
Common complaints
Charging port cover prone to opening accidentallyPocket clip not securely attachedHigh output can be too bright for close work
Clip quality could be betterTailcap switch sometimes mushy compared to competitors