Comparison Console
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 vs Streamlight Survivor X
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 340% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 340% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 650% 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$98.99Cheapest
US$115Most expensive
Weight
263.46 g (9.29 oz)Lightest
337 g (11.89 oz)Heaviest
Length
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Longest
179.2 mm (7.06 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1100 lmHighest output
250 lmLowest output
Max candela
36000 cdLowest candela
50000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
379 m (1243 ft)Lowest
447 m (1467 ft)Highest
Max runtime
120 minShortest runtime
900 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
3 x CR123A lithium
Rechargeable Lithium-ion or 3x AA alkaline (carrier not included)
Charging type
Unknown
USB Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery (charges in 5 hours)
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IP67
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized machined aircraft aluminum
High-impact, super tough nylon
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesIndustrial workScene lighting
Hazardous environmentsFirefightingSearch and RescueHands-free right-angle light use
Common praise
Bright wide beamLong runtime on low modeDurable aircraft aluminum constructionProgrammable TEN-TAP modesWaterproof and impact resistant
Durable construction with high impact resistanceLong runtime optionsGood beam distance and brightnessSuitable for hazardous environment useEasy operation with gloves due to large rubber switch button
Common complaints
Weight relatively heavy for compact EDCNo built-in rechargeable battery
Battery carrier for alkaline batteries not includedRelatively heavy compared to small pocket flashlightsLimited information on exact dimensions for head and body diameter