Comparison Console
Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA vs Streamlight Wedge XT
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 600% 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$89.85Cheapest
US$155Most expensive
Weight
71 g (2.50 oz)Lightest
74.28 g (2.62 oz)Heaviest
Length
108 mm (4.25 in)
108 mm (4.25 in)
Output
Max lumens
350 lmLowest output
500 lmHighest output
Max candela
6400 cdHighest candela
1900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
160 m (525 ft)Highest
87 m (285 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
840 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
CR123A lithium, AA alkaline, AA lithium
Lithium Polymer Cell
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C charging via waterproof port
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX7
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Anodized aluminum, impact-resistant borofloat glass lens
Anodized aluminum body with polycarbonate lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryLaw enforcementSecurityMilitarySporting goodsHardware/toolsGeneral personal use
Everyday carryPatrol dutyTactical maneuversAutomotive useIndustrial useDIY tasksOutdoor activities such as hunting, camping, boating
Common praise
Multiple power source optionsCompact sizeHigh brightness for its sizeGood runtimeDurable constructionWaterproof to 1 meter for 30 minutesProgrammable TEN-TAP modes
Compact and lightweight design ideal for deep pocket carryRechargeable with convenient USB-C waterproof portIntuitive tail switch with momentary and constant-on operationGood runtime with two brightness levels to suit different needsDurable anodized aluminum construction and polycarbonate lensEffective five-tap lockout to prevent accidental activation
Common complaints
Weight varies with battery typeNo integrated rechargeable option
Lower maximum brightness compared to original Wedge modelBattery takes six hours to fully charge