Comparison Console
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X vs Streamlight Stinger 2020
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 109% 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$124.9Cheapest
US$225Most expensive
Weight
550 g (19.40 oz)Heaviest
349 g (12.31 oz)Lightest
Length
241.21 mm (9.50 in)Longest
195 mm (7.68 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3500 lmHighest output
2000 lmLowest output
Max candela
51000 cdHighest candela
25000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
452 m (1483 ft)Highest
315 m (1033 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
690 minShortest runtime
1440 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2x SL-B26 rechargeable Li-Ion USB battery packs or 4x CR123A lithium batteries
2 x SL-B26 Lithium-Ion Rechargeable (2600mAh)
Charging type
USB (updated to USB-C for SL-B26)
Micro USB charging cradle and built-in Micro USB port on batteries
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized aircraft-grade aluminum
CNC machined aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementSecurity patrolsSearch and rescueEmergency medical servicesOutdoor adventures
Tactical useDuty useOutdoor activitiesEvery situation requiring powerful illumination
Common praise
Very bright 3500 lumen max outputVersatile multi-fuel battery optionsProgrammable user modes with TEN-TAP systemDurable IPX7 waterproof, aircraft-grade aluminum bodyLong runtimes on medium and low modes
High maximum output and brightnessLong runtime especially on medium and low modesErgonomic design with firm grip and anti-roll bodyMode selector switch allowing quick access to desired outputMultiple activation switches (front and tail) for convenienceIPX7 water resistance and 2 meter impact resistanceCompatibility with existing Stinger chargersBuilt-in Micro USB charging on batteries for on-the-go charging
Common complaints
Heavy when fully loaded with batteries (~550g)Runtime limited at highest brightness modeLarger size compared to compact EDC lights
Maximum output is a brief burst then steps down to half-brightnessSwitches require considerable force to activate constant on, less comfortable than older modelsWide beam angle reduces peak beam intensity and range compared to previous high-intensity variants
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