Comparison Console
Streamlight PolyTac X vs Streamlight Stylus Pro USB
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Stylus Pro USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Stylus Pro USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Stylus Pro USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stylus Pro USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 157% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stylus Pro USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stylus Pro USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X 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$74.93Most expensive
US$72.99Cheapest
Weight
139 g (4.90 oz)Heaviest
54 g (1.90 oz)Lightest
Length
139 mm (5.47 in)Shortest
156 mm (6.14 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmHighest output
250 lmLowest output
Max candela
11485 cdHighest candela
2950 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
205 m (673 ft)Highest
109 m (358 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
210 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 lithium-ion battery or two CR123A lithium batteries
Lithium Ion
Charging type
USB rechargeable battery pack (SL-B26) included in rechargeable configuration
USB cord or optional AC wall adapter
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7 waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes
IPX4
Impact resistance
3 m (10 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer with rocky stipple texture
Machined aluminum alloy case with Type II MIL-Spec anodized finish, glass lens gasket sealed
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseEDCEmergency Preparedness
Everyday CarryWork UseSituations Requiring Rechargeable Compact Pen Light
Common praise
High Lumen Output For SizeDurable ConstructionFlexible Ten Tap ProgrammingMomentary On/off Switch
Compact Size Suitable For EDCRechargeable Battery With USB Charging ConvenienceDurable Aluminum Construction With Anodized FinishDual Brightness Modes With Reliable Runtime
Common complaints
Bulkier Size Compared To Some ModelsShort Pocket Clip Limits Carry Convenience
Limited Waterproof Rating (ipx4)Relatively Short Max Runtime On High Mode (1.5 Hours)USB Port Requires Careful Handling Despite Water Resistance
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