Comparison Console
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X 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 73% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 775% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 267% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 775% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 21% 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$125Most expensive
Weight
550 g (19.40 oz)Heaviest
150 g (5.29 oz)Lightest
Length
241.21 mm (9.50 in)Longest
75.4 mm (2.97 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3500 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
51000 cdHighest candela
5000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
452 m (1483 ft)Highest
141 m (463 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
690 minLongest runtime
570 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2x SL-B26 rechargeable Li-Ion USB battery packs or 4x CR123A lithium batteries
Lithium Ion
Charging type
USB (updated to USB-C for SL-B26)
USB rechargeable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized aircraft-grade aluminum
Thermoplastic with chemical-resistant lens
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementSecurity patrolsSearch and rescueEmergency medical servicesOutdoor adventures
Hands-free applicationsPaint matching or color identificationCompact work light
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
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
Heavy when fully loaded with batteries (~550g)Runtime limited at highest brightness modeLarger size compared to compact EDC lights
Not rated for submersion, only water-resistant (IPX4)No exact dimensions for head/body diameter provided