Comparison Console
Streamlight PolyTac X vs ThruNite Defender
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% 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 Defender stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 170% 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 Defender stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 170% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 386% 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$76Most expensive
Weight
139 g (4.90 oz)Heaviest
108 g (3.81 oz)Lightest
Length
139 mm (5.47 in)Longest
118 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
1619 lmHighest output
Max candela
11485 cdHighest candela
4880 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
205 m (673 ft)Highest
139 m (456 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
210 minShortest runtime
1020 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 lithium-ion battery or two CR123A lithium batteries
Built-in 1500mAh LiPo
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
IPX7
Impact resistance
3 m (10 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer with rocky stipple texture
HAIII black anodized 6061 aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEDCEmergency preparedness
EDC utility tasksInspection workMechanicsElectriciansHVAC professionals
Common praise
High lumen output for sizeDurable constructionFlexible TEN-TAP programmingMomentary on/off switch
Versatile 3-in-1 lighting with white, UV, and laserFlat and pocketable designUSB-C charging with battery level indicatorsStrong magnetic base and two-way clipGood runtime and output for EDC
Common complaints
Bulkier size compared to some modelsShort pocket clip limits carry convenience
Moonlight mode activation is somewhat slowBattery is built-in and not user replaceableLight heats up under extended Turbo useLow CRI cool white tint
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