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Streamlight PolyTac X vs Wuben TO46R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Wuben TO46R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben TO46R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Wuben TO46R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 117% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben TO46R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Wuben TO46R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben TO46R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 117% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben TO46R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 68% 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$74.62Cheapest
Weight
139 g (4.90 oz)Heaviest
130 g (4.59 oz)Lightest
Length
139 mm (5.47 in)Longest
120 mm (4.72 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
1300 lmHighest output
Max candela
11485 cdHighest candela
4533 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
205 m (673 ft)Highest
135 m (443 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
210 minLongest runtime
125 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 lithium-ion battery or two CR123A lithium batteries
1 x 18650 rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB rechargeable battery pack (SL-B26) included in rechargeable configuration
Micro USB charging port built-in charger
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7 waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes
IPX8 (2 meters for 1 hour)
Impact resistance
3 m (10 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer with rocky stipple texture
Aero grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseEDCEmergency Preparedness
Outdoor ShootingOutdoor SportsGeneral EDC Use
Common praise
High Lumen Output For SizeDurable ConstructionFlexible Ten Tap ProgrammingMomentary On/off Switch
High Cri Neutral White TintGood Maximum Output (up To 1300 Lumens)Built In Micro USB ChargingIpx8 WaterproofCompact And Lightweight For 18650 Light
Common complaints
Bulkier Size Compared To Some ModelsShort Pocket Clip Limits Carry Convenience
Uneven Beam With Greenish Yellow Tint Spots In HotspotLack Of Direct Moonlight Access From Off StateNo Thermal Regulation, Uses Timed Stepdown
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