Comparison Console
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X vs ThruNite TN36 Limited
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 214% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 214% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 683% 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$95Cheapest
Weight
550 g (19.40 oz)Heaviest
427 g (15.06 oz)Lightest
Length
241.21 mm (9.50 in)Longest
133 mm (5.24 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3500 lmLowest output
11000 lmHighest output
Max candela
51000 cdHighest candela
31140 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
452 m (1483 ft)Highest
353 m (1158 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
690 minShortest runtime
5400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2x SL-B26 rechargeable Li-Ion USB battery packs or 4x CR123A lithium batteries
4x 18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB (updated to USB-C for SL-B26)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX7
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized aircraft-grade aluminum
Aluminum with premium Type III Hard-Anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementSecurity patrolsSearch and rescueEmergency medical servicesOutdoor adventures
High lumen outputSearch and rescueCampingWalking the dogVehicle 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
Very bright output with smooth flood beamSolid build quality with premium finishGood grip with knurled bodyIncluded holster and accessoriesMemory function for last modeTemperature control prevents overheating
Common complaints
Heavy when fully loaded with batteries (~550g)Runtime limited at highest brightness modeLarger size compared to compact EDC lights
Not pocket friendly due to size and weightBatteries not charged internally (no onboard charging)
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