Comparison Console
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X vs Wuben X5
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 14% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X5 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 160% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben X5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 2L-X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 627% 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$80Cheapest
Weight
111 g (3.92 oz)Lightest
129 g (4.55 oz)Heaviest
Length
130.6 mm (5.14 in)Shortest
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
1300 lmHighest output
Max candela
6800 cdLowest candela
10000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
165 m (541 ft)Lowest
200 m (656 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1650 minShortest runtime
12000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Two CR123A lithium batteries or one Streamlight rechargeable 18650 battery
Lithium-ion or AAA
Charging type
USB (for rechargeable battery variant)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IP65
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Anodized aluminum
6061 aluminum with Type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical UseProfessional Use By Police And Emergency Personnel
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
Multi Fuel VersatilityProgrammable Ten Tap SwitchDurable Anodized Aluminum ConstructionIpx7 Waterproof RatingRemovable Pocket Clip
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
Weight Varies Depending On Battery UsedStrobe Runtime Shorter Than Other Modes
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
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