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Streamlight TLR-7A vs SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light
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 9% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 61% 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 61% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 153% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M300C Mini Scout Light stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 52% 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$332Most expensive
Weight
113.4 g (4.00 oz)Lightest
124.7 g (4.40 oz)Heaviest
Length
65.5 mm (2.58 in)Longest
45.2 mm (1.78 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lm
500 lm
Max candela
5000 cdLowest candela
7600 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
140 m (459 ft)Highest
87 m (285 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
90 min
90 min
Power & durability
Battery type
CR123A lithium battery
CR123A
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
No
IP rating
IPX7
IP67
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum housing
Aluminum with Mil-Spec hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Subcompact Handgun MountingLaw EnforcementHome DefenseTactical Use
Weapon Mounted UseHome DefenseNighttime Shooting
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
Well Built And DurableEffective Long Range BeamGood Brightness For Home Defense
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
Relatively High PriceLower Output Compared To Some Tactical FlashlightsLimited Beam Spill For Close Quarters
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