Comparison Console
Streamlight TLR-7 X vs Streamlight Vulcan 180
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1547% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 383% 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$180.5Cheapest
US$210Most expensive
Weight
68 g (2.40 oz)Lightest
1120 g (39.51 oz)Heaviest
Length
65.5 mm (2.58 in)Shortest
188.7 mm (7.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
5000 cdLowest candela
75000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
140 m (459 ft)Lowest
548 m (1798 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
435 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
CR123A Lithium battery / SL-B9 rechargeable Li-ion battery
Lithium Ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, fully recharges in ~9-11 hours with battery status indicator
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX7 (waterproof to 1m submersion) / IP64
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
6000 Series aircraft aluminum with black anodized finish, Borofloat glass lens, impact- and chemical-resistant polymer switch housing
High impact, super-tough nylon construction; rotating head of high-grade aluminum encased in super-tough nylon; reinforced D-Rings; rubberized cushioned-grip handle
Use case profile
Best for
Subcompact handgun rail mountingPersonal defenseLow-light visibilityTactical applications
Firefighting and emergency scene lightingUtility and industrial useSituations needing high visibility in thick smoke or low visibility conditions
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designEasy ambidextrous operation with paddle switchesReliable 500 lumens output with balanced beamUSB-C rechargeable battery includedSecure mounting with integrated rail clampEffective strobe mode
High brightness output with 1200 lumens and long beam distance of 548 metersDurable construction with IPX7 waterproof rating and impact resistanceUseful 180° tilting head to aim light where neededIntegrated blue taillight LEDs enhance visibility in thick smokeRechargeable lithium-ion battery with convenient charging optionsFlat base for stable hands-free use
Common complaints
Limited beam distance for extended range useSafety mode may be unintentionally activatedBeam less effective for distant target identification
Relatively heavy and bulky compared to typical EDC flashlightsModerate runtime on high setting (around 4.75 to 7.25 hours)Long recharge time (9 to 11 hours)
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