Comparison Console
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X vs Streamlight Survivor X
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1300% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1300% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 30% 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$124.9Most expensive
US$115Cheapest
Weight
550 g (19.40 oz)Heaviest
337 g (11.89 oz)Lightest
Length
241.21 mm (9.50 in)Longest
179.2 mm (7.06 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3500 lmHighest output
250 lmLowest output
Max candela
51000 cdHighest candela
50000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
452 m (1483 ft)Highest
447 m (1467 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
690 minShortest runtime
900 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2x SL-B26 rechargeable Li-Ion USB battery packs or 4x CR123A lithium batteries
Rechargeable Lithium-ion or 3x AA alkaline (carrier not included)
Charging type
USB (updated to USB-C for SL-B26)
USB Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery (charges in 5 hours)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IP67
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized aircraft-grade aluminum
High-impact, super tough nylon
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseLaw EnforcementSecurity PatrolsSearch And RescueEmergency Medical ServicesOutdoor Adventures
Hazardous EnvironmentsFirefightingSearch And RescueHands Free Right Angle Light Use
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
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
Heavy When Fully Loaded With Batteries (~550g)Runtime Limited At Highest Brightness ModeLarger Size Compared To Compact EDC Lights
Battery Carrier For Alkaline Batteries Not IncludedRelatively Heavy Compared To Small Pocket FlashlightsLimited Information On Exact Dimensions For Head And Body Diameter
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