Comparison Console
Streamlight Strion 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 Strion LED HL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 146% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 146% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 300% 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$165Cheapest
US$175.49Most expensive
Weight
148 g (5.22 oz)Lightest
167 g (5.89 oz)Heaviest
Length
149.9 mm (5.90 in)Longest
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
615 lmHighest output
250 lmLowest output
Max candela
12000 cdHighest candela
7200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
219 m (719 ft)Highest
170 m (558 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
75 minShortest runtime
300 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium-ion rechargeable
SL-B26 Rechargeable Battery Pack or CR123A Lithium batteries
Charging type
USB and AC/DC charging via clamp-style charger holder with LED charge indicator; charges fully in ~3 hours
USB (via SL-B26 battery pack)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IPX7 (waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
6000 series machined aircraft aluminum with anodized finish, Borofloat high temperature glass lens
High-impact nylon with stainless steel clip
Use case profile
Best for
Searching large areaLaw enforcementAutomotive techniciansProfessional useWeapon mounting
FirefightersHelmet-mounted useRight-angle light applicationHandheld flashlight useMulti-use versatility
Common praise
Extremely durable constructionImpressive brightness/outputSimple, intuitive switch designMulti-mode including strobe for signalingCompatible charging system across Streamlight Strion line
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
Runtime on highest mode is relatively short (~1-1.25 hours)
Weight slightly higher for an EDC flashlight at 167gBeam distance and lumen output may be limited for some tactical needs