Comparison Console
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X vs Streamlight Stinger LED HL
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 338% 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 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 338% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 667% 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$179.99Most expensive
Weight
550 g (19.40 oz)Heaviest
352 g (12.42 oz)Lightest
Length
241.21 mm (9.50 in)Longest
213.6 mm (8.41 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3500 lmHighest output
800 lmLowest output
Max candela
51000 cdHighest candela
24000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
452 m (1483 ft)Highest
310 m (1017 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
690 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2x SL-B26 rechargeable Li-Ion USB battery packs or 4x CR123A lithium batteries
Nickel-Metal Hydride
Charging type
USB (updated to USB-C for SL-B26)
Smart PiggyBack charger, Steady charger, Smart charger (USB or 12V DC input)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Anodized aircraft-grade aluminum
Machined aircraft aluminum body with non-slip rubberized comfort grip, unbreakable polycarbonate lens with scratch-resistant coating
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementSecurity patrolsSearch and rescueEmergency medical servicesOutdoor adventures
Law enforcementFirefightingIndustrial techniciansSituations requiring high lumen output and wide flood beam
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 brightness with wide area illuminationDurable and reliable for professional useMultiple modes including strobe for tactical needsRechargeable battery with long lifecycle
Common complaints
Heavy when fully loaded with batteries (~550g)Runtime limited at highest brightness modeLarger size compared to compact EDC lights
Relatively heavy compared to smaller EDC lightsNot the most compact optionCharging times vary depending on charger used