Comparison Console
Streamlight PolyTac 90 vs Wurkkos HD10
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos HD10 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD10 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD10 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos HD10 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 385% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD10 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 113% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD10 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD10 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 36% 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$96.99Most expensive
US$19.99Cheapest
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)Heaviest
64 g (2.26 oz)Lightest
Length
112.5 mm (4.43 in)Longest
83 mm (3.27 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
7000 cdHighest candela
4175 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
167 m (548 ft)Highest
129 m (423 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
225 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
1x Streamlight SL-B26 Li-Ion USB rechargeable battery pack or 2x CR123A lithium batteries
1*14500 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB rechargeable
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7 waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer with textured grip
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Industrial useEmergency respondersHands-free lighting with clipWear on gear, belts, or vests during work
EDCRepairingHikingCampingTasks needing natural, high CRI light
Common praise
Versatile multi-fuel capabilityRugged and durable constructionEffective hands-free use with clip and carabiner D-ringGood brightness with balanced beam pattern
Compact size and slim designHigh CRI for natural lightingEasy-to-use metal top switch with charge indicatorUSB-C charging port with well-sealed flapGood build quality with anodized aluminumIncluded battery and accessoriesVersatile Anduril 2.0 UI
Common complaints
Relatively short max runtime on highest mode with CR123A batteriesNo specific complaints clearly stated in source
Rubber charging port cover somewhat easy to remove (potential water ingress risk)Clip is non-reversible and makes pocket carry protrudeHeadband's rubber part exposed to skin (not covered)Pre-production unit review indicates some unknown final production variations
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