Comparison Console
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 vs Streamlight Syclone
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 175% 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 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 175% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 375% 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$125Most expensive
Weight
263.46 g (9.29 oz)Heaviest
150 g (5.29 oz)Lightest
Length
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Longest
75.4 mm (2.97 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1100 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
36000 cdHighest candela
5000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
379 m (1243 ft)Highest
141 m (463 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
120 minShortest runtime
570 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
3 x CR123A lithium
Lithium Ion
Charging type
Unknown
USB rechargeable
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized machined aircraft aluminum
Thermoplastic with chemical-resistant lens
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesIndustrial workScene lighting
Hands-free applicationsPaint matching or color identificationCompact work light
Common praise
Bright wide beamLong runtime on low modeDurable aircraft aluminum constructionProgrammable TEN-TAP modesWaterproof and impact resistant
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 relatively heavy for compact EDCNo built-in rechargeable battery
Not rated for submersion, only water-resistant (IPX4)No exact dimensions for head/body diameter provided