Comparison Console
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X 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 17% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 72% 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$127Cheapest
US$130.99Most expensive
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)Heaviest
113.4 g (4.00 oz)Lightest
Length
112.5 mm (4.43 in)Longest
65.5 mm (2.58 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lm
500 lm
Max candela
7000 cdHighest candela
5000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
167 m (548 ft)Highest
140 m (459 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
225 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
SL-B26 rechargeable Li-Ion USB battery pack; also accepts CR123A lithium batteries
CR123A lithium battery
Charging type
USB rechargeable
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX7
IPX7
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer
Anodized aircraft aluminum housing
Use case profile
Best for
Right-angle flashlight useHands-free lighting when attached to gearProfessional, industrial, and outdoor tasks
Subcompact handgun mountingLaw enforcementHome defenseTactical use
Common praise
Bright 500 lumen output with balanced beamRugged and waterproof designConvenient USB rechargeable battery and multi-fuel capabilityHands-free use with clip and D-ring attachment
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
No information on complaints in available sources
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