Comparison Console
Streamlight PolyTac X vs ThruNite BSS V5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 346% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 346% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 39% 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$74.93Cheapest
US$75.99Most expensive
Weight
139 g (4.90 oz)Lightest
147 g (5.19 oz)Heaviest
Length
139 mm (5.47 in)Shortest
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
2676 lmHighest output
Max candela
11485 cdLowest candela
16200 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
205 m (673 ft)Lowest
255 m (837 ft)Highest
Max runtime
210 minLongest runtime
151 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 lithium-ion battery or two CR123A lithium batteries
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB rechargeable battery pack (SL-B26) included in rechargeable configuration
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7 waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes
IPX-8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
3 m (10 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer with rocky stipple texture
Aluminium Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseEDCEmergency Preparedness
EDCTactical UseWeapon Mounting
Common praise
High Lumen Output For SizeDurable ConstructionFlexible Ten Tap ProgrammingMomentary On/off Switch
High Turbo Output Of 2676 LumensUSB C Onboard ChargingSolid Build With Aluminium Alloy BodyDual Switch Interface With Tactical Tail Switch And Electronic Side SwitchIncludes Accessories Like Battery, Pocket Clip, Nylon Pouch, Charging Cable, Red Filter, Spare O Rings And Manual
Common complaints
Bulkier Size Compared To Some ModelsShort Pocket Clip Limits Carry Convenience
Slightly Green/yellow Tint On Low ModesPocket Clip Allows Only Bezel Down Tail CarryCharging Port Can Be Slightly Crooked
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