Comparison Console
Streamlight PolyTac X vs Wuben X5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben X5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 117% 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 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X5 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% 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 X5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 117% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5614% 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$80Most expensive
Weight
139 g (4.90 oz)Heaviest
129 g (4.55 oz)Lightest
Length
139 mm (5.47 in)Longest
137 mm (5.39 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
1300 lmHighest output
Max candela
11485 cdHighest candela
10000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
205 m (673 ft)Highest
200 m (656 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
210 minShortest runtime
12000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 lithium-ion battery or two CR123A lithium batteries
Lithium-ion or AAA
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
IP65
Impact resistance
3 m (10 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer with rocky stipple texture
6061 aluminum with Type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEDCEmergency preparedness
Everyday carry with flat EDC design for flush pocket carryUsers needing white, UV, and green laser in one lightSituations requiring backup power via AAA batteries
Common praise
High lumen output for sizeDurable constructionFlexible TEN-TAP programmingMomentary on/off switch
Innovative 3-in-1 light combination in a compact flat lightAAA battery fallback for extended useConvenient dual switches and rotary dial UI with lockout modeRobust build quality with anodized aluminum housingIP65 dust and water resistance and impact resistance
Common complaints
Bulkier size compared to some modelsShort pocket clip limits carry convenience
Lower than rated maximum output in practical useLow CRI of white LEDTurbo mode steps down quickly after 1 minuteModerate weight and thickness compared to some competitors