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Streamlight Syclone vs SureFire XVL2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Syclone stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Syclone stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 533% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1195% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 533% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 1% 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$125Cheapest
US$1619Most expensive
Weight
150 g (5.29 oz)Heaviest
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
Length
75.4 mm (2.97 in)Shortest
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
400 lm
400 lm
Max candela
5000 cdHighest candela
820 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
141 m (463 ft)Highest
54 m (177 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
570 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium Ion
1x CR123A lithium battery
Charging type
USB rechargeable
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX4
IPX8 (66 feet, 2 hours)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Thermoplastic with chemical-resistant lens
Aluminum, Mil-Spec Hard-Anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Hands Free ApplicationsPaint Matching Or Color IdentificationCompact Work Light
Handgun And Carbine Weapon MountingTactical Use In Low Light And Infrared Environments
Common praise
Adjustable 360° Rotating Head For Targeting LightBright Cool White LED And High Cri Color Rite LED For Color AccuracyUSB Rechargeable With Convenient Battery IncludedCompact And Lightweight Design
Durable Mil Spec Aluminum ConstructionVersatile Multi Spectrum Lighting And Laser OptionsCompact Size And Lightweight DesignIpx8 Waterproof RatingAmbidextrous Switching For Tactical Use
Common complaints
Not Rated For Submersion, Only Water Resistant (ipx4)No Exact Dimensions For Head/body Diameter Provided
High Retail PriceShort Runtime On White Light Mode (1.5 Hours)Non Rechargeable Battery Requirement (uses Disposable Cr123a)
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