Comparison Console
Streamlight TLR-7A vs Streamlight Vantage 180 X
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7A 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$130.99Cheapest
US$175.49Most expensive
Weight
113.4 g (4.00 oz)Lightest
167 g (5.89 oz)Heaviest
Length
65.5 mm (2.58 in)Shortest
132 mm (5.20 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmHighest output
250 lmLowest output
Max candela
5000 cdLowest candela
7200 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
140 m (459 ft)Lowest
170 m (558 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
300 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
CR123A lithium battery
SL-B26 Rechargeable Battery Pack or CR123A Lithium batteries
Charging type
Unknown
USB (via SL-B26 battery pack)
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX7 (waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum housing
High-impact nylon with stainless steel clip
Use case profile
Best for
Subcompact handgun mountingLaw enforcementHome defenseTactical use
FirefightersHelmet-mounted useRight-angle light applicationHandheld flashlight useMulti-use versatility
Common praise
Bright 500-lumen output with focused 140m beam distanceDurable anodized aluminum constructionAmbidextrous, customizable rear switch controlsCompact snag-free design fitting most subcompact pistolsIncludes CR123A battery
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
Short runtime of about 1.5 hoursSome users report switch or mounting hardware issuesYellowish tint light compared to other modelsRequires tools (coin) for mounting screw adjustment
Weight slightly higher for an EDC flashlight at 167gBeam distance and lumen output may be limited for some tactical needs