Comparison Console
Streamlight Twin-Task USB vs SureFire Maximus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Twin-Task USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Twin-Task USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Maximus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 167% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Twin-Task USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 378% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Twin-Task USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Twin-Task USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 167% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Twin-Task USB stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1167% 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$98.13Cheapest
US$469Most expensive
Weight
173 g (6.10 oz)Lightest
195 g (6.88 oz)Heaviest
Length
Unknown
108.6 mm (4.28 in)
Output
Max lumens
375 lmLowest output
1000 lmHighest output
Max candela
3650 cdLowest candela
4100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
121 m (397 ft)Lowest
128 m (420 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1140 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium ion rechargeable
Integrated lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB charging cable included
Wall AC and car DC chargers included
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IPX4
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
High impact, super tough nylon polymer with polycarbonate lens
Magnesium body
Use case profile
Best for
Outdoor activitiesProfessional useClose-up tasksDistance illumination
Hands-free outdoor illuminationCaving and mountain adventuresAdjustable lighting needs
Common praise
Dual spot and floodlight modes for versatile useGood runtime on multiple brightness settingsComfortable adjustable head strapRechargeable via USB, convenient lithium ion battery
Adjustable output dial easy to use with glovesComfortable no-chafe headband and moisture-wicking forehead padRobust magnesium construction and reliable battery life
Common complaints
Not waterproof beyond IPX4 ratingLimited detailed physical dimension specs available
Relatively heavy for a headlamp at 195 gramsCharging port protective cap may be flimsyBattery pack design protrudes and can hit objects