Comparison Console
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X vs Wuben T101
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben T101 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben T101 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2422% 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 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben T101 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben T101 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben T101 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2422% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben T101 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 7% 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$139.37Most expensive
Weight
550 g (19.40 oz)Heaviest
367 g (12.95 oz)Lightest
Length
241.21 mm (9.50 in)Shortest
259.08 mm (10.20 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3500 lm
3500 lm
Max candela
51000 cdLowest candela
62653 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
452 m (1483 ft)Lowest
500 m (1640 ft)Highest
Max runtime
690 minShortest runtime
17400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2x SL-B26 rechargeable Li-Ion USB battery packs or 4x CR123A lithium batteries
2x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion batteries
Charging type
USB (updated to USB-C for SL-B26)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized aircraft-grade aluminum
6061 anodized aircraft-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementSecurity patrolsSearch and rescueEmergency medical servicesOutdoor adventures
HuntingDuty flashlight for security guards or police officersOutdoor camping and hiking
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 max output of 3500 lumensLong max runtime (up to 290 hours)Durable 6061 aircraft-grade aluminum body with IP68 waterproof ratingComes with belt holster and USB-C chargerPowerful and aggressive steel strike bezelGood heat dissipation with cooling fins
Common complaints
Heavy when fully loaded with batteries (~550g)Runtime limited at highest brightness modeLarger size compared to compact EDC lights
Large size and weight making it less suitable for pocket carryNo instant strobe from tail switchSmooth body surface with minimal knurling reduces grip in poor weatherSlender body compared to large head may not appeal to allSide switch with light press and weak detent feeling