Comparison Console
Streamlight Stinger LED HL vs Wuben A9
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A9 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1400% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 36700% 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$222Cheapest
US$249.99Most expensive
Weight
352 g (12.42 oz)Lightest
447 g (15.77 oz)Heaviest
Length
213.6 mm (8.41 in)Shortest
215 mm (8.46 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
800 lmLowest output
12000 lmHighest output
Max candela
24000 cdLowest candela
40900 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
310 m (1017 ft)Lowest
420 m (1378 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
33120 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Nickel-metal Hydride (NiMH) sub-C, 3-cell, 3.6 Volt
Custom 10200mAh 7.2V Li-ion battery pack
Charging type
Smart charger, 120VAC / 12V DC and USB (5V/1A) input
USB-C charging on battery, 5V 2A max input
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Machined aircraft aluminum body with non-slip rubberized comfort grip; unbreakable polycarbonate lens with scratch-resistant coating
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementOutdoor activities requiring wide beam and high illuminationSearch and rescueFirefighter flashlight
Search and rescueOutdoor explorationExtreme conditions use
Common praise
High brightness with a wide and concentrated beamMultiple lighting modes for flexibilityDurable and comfortable gripRechargeable with smart charging optionsReliable C4 LED technology with long lifetime
High maximum brightness with three Cree XHP70.2 LEDsLong runtime up to 23 days on low modeDurable aircraft-grade aluminum body with IP68 waterproofingMultiple lighting modes including strobe and SOSSmart switch with mode memory and lockout functionality
Common complaints
Weight could be heavy for some users (352 grams)Not waterproof beyond light splashing (IPX4)
Customized battery can be inconvenient as a proprietary packCharging is slow due to limited 5V 2A inputLarge size and weight may be bulky for some usersHead unscrewing and switch placement can make accessing battery tricky