Comparison Console
Streamlight Stinger LED HL vs Streamlight Vantage 180 X
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 220% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 111% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 220% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 233% 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$179.99Most expensive
US$175.49Cheapest
Weight
352 g (12.42 oz)Heaviest
167 g (5.89 oz)Lightest
Length
213.6 mm (8.41 in)Longest
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
800 lmHighest output
250 lmLowest output
Max candela
24000 cdHighest candela
7200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
310 m (1017 ft)Highest
170 m (558 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
300 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Nickel-Metal Hydride
SL-B26 Rechargeable Battery Pack or CR123A Lithium batteries
Charging type
Smart PiggyBack charger, Steady charger, Smart charger (USB or 12V DC input)
USB (via SL-B26 battery pack)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IPX7 (waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Machined aircraft aluminum body with non-slip rubberized comfort grip, unbreakable polycarbonate lens with scratch-resistant coating
High-impact nylon with stainless steel clip
Use case profile
Best for
Law EnforcementFirefightingIndustrial TechniciansSituations Requiring High Lumen Output And Wide Flood Beam
FirefightersHelmet Mounted UseRight Angle Light ApplicationHandheld Flashlight UseMulti Use Versatility
Common praise
High Brightness With Wide Area IlluminationDurable And Reliable For Professional UseMultiple Modes Including Strobe For Tactical NeedsRechargeable Battery With Long Lifecycle
Multi Function Design Adaptable To Different Mounting And Handheld UsesGood Brightness Level With 250 Lumens Max OutputIpx7 Waterproof And Sturdy ConstructionLong Runtimes Especially On Rechargeable Battery
Common complaints
Relatively Heavy Compared To Smaller EDC LightsNot The Most Compact OptionCharging Times Vary Depending On Charger Used
Weight Slightly Higher For An EDC Flashlight At 167gBeam Distance And Lumen Output May Be Limited For Some Tactical Needs
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