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Streamlight PolyTac X vs Wurkkos T1
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 1% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos T1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 817% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos T1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos T1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 817% 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.
Wurkkos T1 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$74.93Most expensive
US$60Cheapest
Weight
139 g (4.90 oz)Lightest
140 g (4.94 oz)Heaviest
Length
139 mm (5.47 in)Shortest
145 mm (5.71 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
5500 lmHighest output
Max candela
11485 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
205 m (673 ft)Lowest
415 m (1362 ft)Highest
Max runtime
210 minShortest runtime
1020 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 lithium-ion battery or two CR123A lithium batteries
21700 rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB rechargeable battery pack (SL-B26) included in rechargeable configuration
USB-C fast charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7 waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes
IPX8
Impact resistance
3 m (10 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer with rocky stipple texture
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEDCEmergency preparedness
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesCampingEmergency signalingNavigationNight fishing
Common praise
High lumen output for sizeDurable constructionFlexible TEN-TAP programmingMomentary on/off switch
High maximum brightness (5500 lumens)Long beam distance (415 meters)Multi-color utility side light enhances versatilityCompact, lightweight, and portable designErgonomic rotary switch for easy mode selectionGood waterproofing (IPX8) and durability
Common complaints
Bulkier size compared to some modelsShort pocket clip limits carry convenience
Turbo mode runs about one minute before stepping downComplex UI may require learning curve
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