Comparison Console
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X vs Wuben X1 Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben X1 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X1 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X1 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 251% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben X1 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X1 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X1 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 251% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X1 Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3857% 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$119Cheapest
Weight
550 g (19.40 oz)Heaviest
383 g (13.51 oz)Lightest
Length
241.21 mm (9.50 in)Longest
138 mm (5.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3500 lmLowest output
12300 lmHighest output
Max candela
51000 cdHighest candela
42025 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
452 m (1483 ft)Highest
410 m (1345 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
690 minShortest runtime
27300 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2x SL-B26 rechargeable Li-Ion USB battery packs or 4x CR123A lithium batteries
21700 Lithium-ion
Charging type
USB (updated to USB-C for SL-B26)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IP65
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Anodized aircraft-grade aluminum
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementSecurity patrolsSearch and rescueEmergency medical servicesOutdoor adventures
Outdoor useNight hikingCamping and tent setupCave explorationCanyon tripsForest walksEmergency car kitsOutdoor work after darkSearch and rescue
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
Extremely high max brightness of 12,300 lumensDual beam with wide flood and focused spot for versatile lightingSmart active cooling system with a quiet, removable fanLong battery runtime with replaceable 21700 batteriesFast USB-C PD charging and 15W reverse power bank featureRobust and weather resistant aluminum alloy body with IP65 ratingReasonably compact and manageable weight for such power
Common complaints
Heavy when fully loaded with batteries (~550g)Runtime limited at highest brightness modeLarger size compared to compact EDC lights
Unusual large rectangular shape affecting ergonomic gripNot ideal for everyday pocket carry due to size and weightFan operation audible when active though quietNo official underwater submersion rating due to fanSome minor UI complexity in modes and locking/unlocking