Comparison Console
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 vs Streamlight Wedge XT
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 120% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 255% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 120% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 1795% 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$98.99
US$98.99
Weight
263.46 g (9.29 oz)Heaviest
74.3 g (2.62 oz)Lightest
Length
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1100 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
36000 cdHighest candela
1900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
379 m (1243 ft)Highest
87 m (285 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
120 min
120 min
Power & durability
Battery type
3 x CR123A lithium
Lithium Polymer Cell
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Anodized machined aircraft aluminum
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesIndustrial workScene lighting
Everyday carryTactical useProfessional useLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
Common praise
Bright wide beamLong runtime on low modeDurable aircraft aluminum constructionProgrammable TEN-TAP modesWaterproof and impact resistant
Compact and ergonomic designDurable anodized aluminum housingWaterproof and impact resistantGood runtime and brightness balanceEasy one-handed operationProgrammable modes and battery status indicator
Common complaints
Weight relatively heavy for compact EDCNo built-in rechargeable battery
None noted in provided sources