Comparison Console
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X vs ThruNite Defender
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Defender stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Defender stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 224% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Defender stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 224% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 62% 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$85Most expensive
US$76Cheapest
Weight
111 g (3.92 oz)Heaviest
108 g (3.81 oz)Lightest
Length
130.6 mm (5.14 in)Longest
118 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
1619 lmHighest output
Max candela
6800 cdHighest candela
4880 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
165 m (541 ft)Highest
139 m (456 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1650 minLongest runtime
1020 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Two CR123A lithium batteries or one Streamlight rechargeable 18650 battery
Built-in 1500mAh LiPo
Charging type
USB (for rechargeable battery variant)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX7
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Anodized aluminum
HAIII black anodized 6061 aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useProfessional use by police and emergency personnel
EDC utility tasksInspection workMechanicsElectriciansHVAC professionals
Common praise
Multi-fuel versatilityProgrammable TEN-TAP switchDurable anodized aluminum constructionIPX7 waterproof ratingRemovable pocket clip
Versatile 3-in-1 lighting with white, UV, and laserFlat and pocketable designUSB-C charging with battery level indicatorsStrong magnetic base and two-way clipGood runtime and output for EDC
Common complaints
Weight varies depending on battery usedStrobe runtime shorter than other modes
Moonlight mode activation is somewhat slowBattery is built-in and not user replaceableLight heats up under extended Turbo useLow CRI cool white tint
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