Comparison Console
Streamlight PolyTac X vs Wuben C2
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 27% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben C2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben C2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben C2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben C2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben C2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben C2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8471% 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$70Cheapest
Weight
139 g (4.90 oz)Lightest
190 g (6.70 oz)Heaviest
Length
139 mm (5.47 in)Longest
129 mm (5.08 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
11485 cdLowest candela
32000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
205 m (673 ft)Lowest
358 m (1175 ft)Highest
Max runtime
210 minShortest runtime
18000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 lithium-ion battery or two CR123A lithium batteries
21700 Lithium-ion
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
IP68
Impact resistance
3 m (10 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer with rocky stipple texture
6063 aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseEDCEmergency Preparedness
Everyday CarryOutdoor ActivitiesEmergency KitDog Walking At Night
Common praise
High Lumen Output For SizeDurable ConstructionFlexible Ten Tap ProgrammingMomentary On/off Switch
High Brightness Relative To SizePower Bank CapabilityDurable Anodized Aluminum ConstructionIp68 Waterproof RatingReady To Run Package With Included Battery And Charging CableMultiple Usable Modes With Memory FunctionGood Grip With Milled Pattern BodyIlluminated Switch With Battery And Charging Indicators
Common complaints
Bulkier Size Compared To Some ModelsShort Pocket Clip Limits Carry Convenience
Cool White 6500k Tint May Be Too Cool For Some UsersSlightly Chunky For Its LengthNo Explicit Mention Of Candela ValueLimited Information On Ui Beyond Modes
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