Comparison Console
Streamlight TLR-7A vs SureFire X300 Turbo
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 65% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire X300 Turbo stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% 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 65% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X300 Turbo stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 189% 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 X300 Turbo stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X300 Turbo stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X300 Turbo stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 46% 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$379Most expensive
Weight
113.4 g (4.00 oz)Lightest
125 g (4.41 oz)Heaviest
Length
65.5 mm (2.58 in)Shortest
95.5 mm (3.76 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
650 lmHighest output
Max candela
5000 cdLowest candela
66000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
140 m (459 ft)Lowest
514 m (1686 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 min
90 min
Power & durability
Battery type
CR123A lithium battery
Two CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
No
IP rating
IPX7
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum housing
Aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Subcompact Handgun MountingLaw EnforcementHome DefenseTactical Use
Law EnforcementMilitary UseLong Range Target IdHome DefenseTactical Use
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
Exceptional Beam Intensity And Throw DistanceRugged And Durable Aerospace Aluminum ConstructionFits Existing Surefire X300 Holsters And AccessoriesAmbidextrous, Responsive Switching
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
Some Users Find The Control Switch Stiff For Single Handed UseBattery Door Latch Is Thin And Can Be Fragile
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