Comparison Console
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X vs Streamlight Syclone
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 189% 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$85Cheapest
US$125Most expensive
Weight
111 g (3.92 oz)Lightest
150 g (5.29 oz)Heaviest
Length
130.6 mm (5.14 in)Longest
75.4 mm (2.97 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
6800 cdHighest candela
5000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
165 m (541 ft)Highest
141 m (463 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1650 minLongest runtime
570 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Two CR123A lithium batteries or one Streamlight rechargeable 18650 battery
Lithium Ion
Charging type
USB (for rechargeable battery variant)
USB rechargeable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX4
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Anodized aluminum
Thermoplastic with chemical-resistant lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useProfessional use by police and emergency personnel
Hands-free applicationsPaint matching or color identificationCompact work light
Common praise
Multi-fuel versatilityProgrammable TEN-TAP switchDurable anodized aluminum constructionIPX7 waterproof ratingRemovable pocket clip
Adjustable 360° rotating head for targeting lightBright cool white LED and high CRI Color-Rite LED for color accuracyUSB rechargeable with convenient battery includedCompact and lightweight design
Common complaints
Weight varies depending on battery usedStrobe runtime shorter than other modes
Not rated for submersion, only water-resistant (IPX4)No exact dimensions for head/body diameter provided