Comparison Console
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X vs Wurkkos DL70
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos DL70 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos DL70 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos DL70 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 271% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos DL70 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL70 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL70 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 271% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL70 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 15% 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$105.99Cheapest
Weight
550 g (19.40 oz)Heaviest
395 g (13.93 oz)Lightest
Length
241.21 mm (9.50 in)Longest
209 mm (8.23 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3500 lmLowest output
13000 lmHighest output
Max candela
51000 cdLowest candela
63750 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
452 m (1483 ft)Lowest
505 m (1657 ft)Highest
Max runtime
690 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
2x SL-B26 rechargeable Li-Ion USB battery packs or 4x CR123A lithium batteries
2x 26650 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB (updated to USB-C for SL-B26)
Dual-bay USB charger provided
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX8 (up to 100m underwater)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Anodized aircraft-grade aluminum
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized military grade type III
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementSecurity patrolsSearch and rescueEmergency medical servicesOutdoor adventures
Scuba diving up to 100m depthUnderwater explorationDeep and night divingWreck explorationSearch and rescue operationsCampingHikingBoatingOther outdoor activities requiring high output and long range lighting
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 high brightness outputRobust and durable aluminum buildWaterproof to 100 metersIncludes batteries and charger in kitGood thermal management with advanced temperature regulationSimple and effective user interface with memoryBright and well-balanced beam profile
Common complaints
Heavy when fully loaded with batteries (~550g)Runtime limited at highest brightness modeLarger size compared to compact EDC lights
Switch is magnetic and lacks tactile and audible feedbackHeats up significantly on turbo modeSome users find it slippery to holdComes with only two spare O-rings which some consider insufficient
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