Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X 3,500 Lumen Flashlight Review

[@Mrgunsngear]

To see the best deals on this light: bit.ly/2EVkHL5X

[@edwaggonersr.7446]

Where do I get the shirt you are wearing in this video. Socialism: You make, it they take it.

[@cookiecrook37]

Mine has a violet circle in center when I shine it on a surface I don’t think it’s supposed to be there I’m going to return it .

[@roelgon100]

I use one on duty and it's actually brighter than the spotlight on our patrol cars lol.

[@kodyking3090]

Texas XMR what holster do you use for it? The ring holders get snagged on the rubber and the leather holder snag on the rubber too. Can’t find a good holder for it without the rubber grip getting in the way

[@acureone987]

Nite ize holster

nevermind. bought one and love it. the hotspot could be a little tighter but damn, this thing is a beast.

[@KandiKlover]

It’s fine the way it is. Makes a little more useful as an all around light and not just a far projecting but tiny dot that you can’t really use for much like on other lights.

[@mattkilpatrick4667]

I just switched my home defense weapon from a glock 19 to a streamlight 5-x

[@JesusPaidItAll]

Now all you need is an ankle chewing chihuahua to go with it.

[@JesusPaidItAll]

@ 😄👍

[@Broletariatt96]

@@JesusPaidItAll lmfao

[@P_double_H]

Anythings better than a glock.

[@mc50992]

Best comment.

[@mikecarr1484]

I use those 18650 batteries from streamlight. They are awesome saves hundreds in batteries every year . And this light is brighter than your spot light. Way brighter.

[@SoCalCode3]

I was given this light as a gift and I can honestly say this is the best light I've owned aside from the other streamlight, surefire and maglite flashlights i have purchased.

[@TestTubeBabySpy]

I already have this thing, I just like seeing someone explain it.

[@txcabbie03]

I had a suspect at work who didn't feel like going to jail in the early hours. He was 6'05" and I am 5'07" and was by myself. I 100% believe this light in his face for a minute+ completely demoralized him and he gave up. Not a single punch thrown. I love this thing.

[@ayatollahal-avtomat8382]

What did he do?

[@markd7762]

How do you carry this thing on your person? I do security work and would like to carry it.

[@bradleymadison2683]

@@markd7762 duty light ring

[@TacTony]

@@markd7762 Flashlight ring off a properly secured Duty belt and you should have no problems.

[@markd7762]

@@TacTony Thank you!

[@Craig_Esteves]

Your neighbors across the lake must think there is a ufo 🛸 or something in your yard

[@Mrgunsngear]

😁

[@GreyGhost-r4z]

I have this flashlight. It’s great. Wonderfully simple. Amazing light. The batteries it comes with are like 2300 mah. Buy higher capacity 3500 mah 18650’s. The only con of this flashlight is that you have to take the batteries out of the flashlight to charge. Keep some batteries in a quick charger ready to go and you can just swap them out.

[@daddybeagleaz907]

It'll also take 4 CR123s in a pinch

[@grumpysquid]

Where can we buy the BEST 18650’s out there?

[@busman2050]

Battery Junction sells good batteries. The Surefires 18650 3500 mah ones look pretty good.

[@grey5135]

This is an honest question and this seems to be extremely common and it perplexes me, but in every single review video there seems to be a good amount of people who have already purchased the item being reviewed and then they all come to the comments and say how amazing it is and then it just makes me wonder why the hell are you watching a review video if you've already purchased it and already have your own opinion on it?....... I mean I'm watching the videos because I'm shopping around and I've yet to spend the money on a specific light and I want to see how they all compare... but once I've made my decision and made the purchase I really don't care what other people have to say because I've already chosen one and I'll use it myself and figure out how much I like it. But I don't understand why somebody would spend money on something and then sit around listening to other people's opinions about it..... can you explain the mindset of watching people review something that you already own?..... I could understand wanting to see reviews of its competition or alternatives to what you have but I don't understand watching reviews on what you already own that's like buying a pair of shoes and then asking people how they feel after you already bought them. Just put them on and find out for yourself why you asking other people how they feel when you already own them? I just don't get it lol.😂 Help me understand this phenomenon in these review videos.

[@armsdealer6192]

Just bought one off of Amazon last night and cant wait to get it. I was going to buy the Stinger HL as a primary duty light, but then I saw this and had to have it. Great review, keep up the good work!

[@Mrgunsngear]

will do

[@cfltitan]

I have one and LOVE it! It truly amazes people when I show them it at night.

[@jeffgordon4288]

How is the battery life with the rechargeable batteries it comes with? Thanks (:

[@cfltitan]

Jeff Gordon pretty good. I'd say right on par with my smaller 1,000 lumen light with just one of the 18650 rechargeable batteries. The 5x uses two of those. According to the box and the owners manual it's rated at an hour on high. I can believe it because I've used it for a couple night shifts and it didn't die before I recharged them. I also really like the charger cable that's included. It's has dual micro USB heads on it so you can charge both batteries at the same time. Each battery has a tiny red and green led that lights up in the head of the battery. It glows red when it's charging and green when it's charged. Overall I LOVE the light and there's no video or words that can show just how bright it is in person. It's truly mind boggling.

[@jeffgordon4288]

@@cfltitan Hey thanks a bunch for that fast reply Im probably gonna buy this light now cause of you lol ive just been hearing a lot of bad things on the batteries dying after like 25 mins. Wish me luck haha thanks again!

[@cfltitan]

Jeff Gordon no problem at all. With them being genuine streamlight batteries I don't believe for a second that they die that fast. I know for sure mine don't. Maybe they didn't charge them out of the box?? Check out primary arms to buy it at. They have the best price by far last time I looked and they have super fast shipping.

[@cfltitan]

Jeff Gordon Also double check that is the version that comes with the two 18650 rechargeable batteries. They sell a version that just comes with 4 CR123's too for about $10-15 cheaper.

[@iamquite_the_predicament7433]

I am now considering getting this light and putting it on my AK just for the meme.

[@Mrgunsngear]

😁

[@ronnie_5150]

Don't get me wrong, Surefire lights are great, I have one mounted on my M4, but they are crazy overpriced. After watching this, and reading several reviews, I picked up one of these. Love it. Will go with Streamlight from now on.

[@wmtruelock]

Picked one up today at Primary Arms for $89, ready for the night to test it out.

[@j.n.8745]

I carry the Protac HL-3 for duty, which has served me well, only tail cap . I will be upgrading to this light. Thanks for your review

[@christopherjohnson2171]

I have this light, had it for maybe two months now. 3,500 lumens was actually not as bright as I expected. I don't like having to tap 3 x for full power but honestly 500 or 1500 (or whatever the middle setting is, I forgot) gets the job done almost every time. Pretty cool for 100 bucks.

[@Mrgunsngear]

thanks for the report

[@christopherjohnson2171]

@@Mrgunsngear Honestly it has made my 650ish Lumen LED maglite mostly obsolete. I will still keep it as an emergency/backup (the battery life is pretty insane compared to high output stuff) but the battery life on this is quite good in normal use.

[@busman2050]

You can program flashlight to work turbo only

[@joescott701]

Bought it with a fenix pd 35 and the streamlight pistol light. Surefire replaced my g2 tac that failed after 6 years of use with a new one under warranty so props to surefire. Going to use the big boy on my boat at night when on lake Michigan.

[@golf-n-guns]

Streamlight has taken so much of my money....here's some more....

[@jibblesq]

Right. I have 2 strions, a stinger, 2 knuckle heads, and I just bought the 2020. Streamlight may as well be the matco truck.

[@DKL3825]

I bought this from tactical gear last year when it first came out for preorder and I love it but I barely evvvvveerrr use it, I carry an HLX as my main flashlight. I love them both. With rechargeable 3500 mah 18650 nite core batteries, it is more cost effective than 123s but the battery life is not very great. But that was expected as it is a high drain device. Highly recommend streamlight.

[@BoopSnoot]

Realistically, low is the more practical and plenty bright mode, and battery life with that is not bad.

[@reverendmark775]

I pre-ordered this light last year before it came out and was not disappointed after the wait! Best under $100 light for it's size/type. I've come over to Streamlight from Surefire. More value at this point.

[@Mrgunsngear]

thanks for the report

[@busman2050]

Surefire really expensive now and most of them still use cr123s. The expensive ones use 18650 batteries, over $200.00

[@warsword2538]

I just got this light and I love the quality of it!

[@imgadgetmanjim]

Planning to buy one of these. I have tons of cr123 to use up as backup. Only downside I see is 2600 mah capacity of batteries that comes with it so I will upgrade to 3500 mah. Most of my Surefire flashlights tend to throttle down the lumens after a couple minutes so like that this stays brighter for longer. I have protac 1aa/123 and like it alot. I am using aa size 3 volt batteries I bought over 10 years ago and it is very bright for size. Thank you for in depth review and glad to see another commenter say other 18650 batteries will work.

[@_Delta_P_]

That’s an insane light. I burst out laughing when you put it across the lake.

[@caseyf8054]

I have this light. All I will say is buy it, you won’t be disappointed...

[@texaskemppzc2429]

Damn time to upgrade! I’ve been using the HL-4 for years and absolutely love it! I actually dropped it off the second story run in the Texas prison I used to work at and all it did was dent the bezel of the light.

[@Mrgunsngear]

thanks for the report

[@cliffordb47]

Just received mine this afternoon charged my two lithium ion batteries went outside about 9 o'clock turned off the porch light the only way to describe this flashlight it was daylight unbelievably powerful and the light is snow white, I have a Protech HL3 Which is plenty bright enough just could not resist buying a five worth every penny

[@cloutsergio]

How the throw??

[@tablerockkid8237]

Oh man I'm a flashlight addict and was doing well in my recovery but .... I feel a relapse coming on!

[@Mrgunsngear]

😁

[@fsirjyy147]

I already have a stream light 1000 lumens. But I just bought this today, I don’t know why just thought I might need it someday. It has nothing to do with it just being cool.😂

[@joshgrami]

I used the previous version of this light as a hammer on multiple occasions. Chunks taken out of the casing... But she still chooches. Love the HL-4, and I'll probably snag an HL-5X for the hell of it.

[@Mrgunsngear]

thanks for the report

[@busman2050]

Why would you use it as a hammer? You can get a nice hammer at harbor freight for about 6 bucks

[@jerryjohnsonii4181]

That is one awesome Streamlight. Thanks for showing this Cool flashlight Mrgunsngear.

[@grumpysquid]

Needed this review. Thank you

[@scb1851]

I just bought one. Thanks for the great review!

[@GlockFanboy45]

How is it doing?

[@scb1851]

@@GlockFanboy45 Fantastic! Super quality product!

[@GlockFanboy45]

@@scb1851 that’s awesome I will be getting one soon! Thanks for responding quickly!

[@pault.mccain6637]

Just catching up on this video.....I bought this about a year ago, two of them and they are crazy bright and the throw (candela) is nuts.

[@TCFamas]

Love the non linear strobe

[@Weo510]

Thanks for your vidoes! A couple questions (if anyone knows)... 1. Is the side switch electronic (and therefore have parasitic drain)? 2. I noticed the lens was cracked in your closeup pics (thanks for that). How many drops did you do? After how many did you notice it? Would Streamlight repair it and how much did it cost (I'm assuming drop tests are not covered under warranty)?

[@Brian-bt4fw]

I absolutely love mine

[@Mrgunsngear]

same here!

[@RolexDSSD]

Beast of a light. Great review!!!

[@Mrgunsngear]

Thank you

[@THEPLANETEARTH]

Best light ever!!!!!!!

[@thejoshwileychannel]

That light is awesome! I need to get one and put it on my 50 Beowulf for hunting 😂

[@Mrgunsngear]

🇺🇸

[@roblegeny9511]

I really believe from over ten years of hands on stream light strion and polytac are the absolute best ever day carry light. Stream light beats surefire imo for every day carry

[@therichie9916]

That light is awesome!! Thanks brother!!

[@Mrgunsngear]

You're welcome 👍🏽

[@rayfl502]

I have purchased 4 of them in the last 4 month, 1 for a woman, 2 for friends and 1 for me, I love this lite and keep it at l m h.

[@Mrgunsngear]

nice

[@briangreen550]

Bro I’ve been following for awhile now....how did I miss this? Been researching flashlight to replace my old maglite saw this streamlight in my google search and your video came up. Watched and sold. Only question would be how long do the rechargeable batteries last before they no longer take a charge? Thanks bro. Great review & video.

[@GlockFanboy45]

How is the light holding up after 5 yrs now? 😅

[@MWDAdventures]

How does it compare to the seeker pro or javolet olight?

[@6mmFilms]

Amazon links are dead in the video description and on Facebook.

[@johnbernardo3897]

Yea, getting the same. Doesn’t even pull up when you do a search.

[@Mrgunsngear]

Should be fixed; thanks amzn.to/2NQ3uDS

[@ChadCelestres]

Im late to party, recommended duty holster for this light?

[@wpankey57]

Looks like a tremendous flashlight at a reasonable price!

[@Brigantine2008]

I need this flashlight!

[@Mrgunsngear]

Indeed

[@j.n.8745]

Ordered via your Amazon link TY again

[@bobbymalcich63]

i like watching your flashlight video's. nice flashlight's!!!

[@robertlittle511]

Thanks for reviews

[@doseofmotivation1671]

Haha love this real. The difference is quite significant

[@longrangevoodoo4480]

Lol. Neighbors: "Whos the asshole with the new flashlight!?"

[@fomocore]

Yep love that light

[@garyh7949]

You are saying 130 ft across the lake, but it looks more like 130 yards. So it is actually less than 50 yards?

[@Thumpr110]

It always looks further to me as well. Maybe it’s just how it looks at night?

[@kobelcofan]

I love your shirt

[@thisisacrummyname]

I get it that the light is bright, but even if it was daylight I don’t think you would be able to tell the difference between a Glock 19 vs a Glock 21 at 130ft.

[@j_valentin13]

thisisacrummyname whoosh

[@Beltfedshooters]

Does this flashlight come with a USB y-split charging cable or do you need to buy one?

[@Hill_Billy_Without_A_Hill]

When it comes to Big Daddy Unlimited, do you really see that good of deals across the board? I registered for a month to check it out, and a lot of it doesnt look all that much different in price from what Im seeing normal anywhere else. I did run across a bolt action Im interested in for about a $100 less, but thats about all Ive seen. Am I missing something? thanks

[@Mrgunsngear]

this light is $74 there now, that's a good deal IMO

[@Hill_Billy_Without_A_Hill]

@@Mrgunsngear yeah that sounds if pretty good. Must be kinda hit and miss on that site. I did see one rifle way lower i may snag. That light you reviewed looks awsome.

[@Hill_Billy_Without_A_Hill]

@@Mrgunsngear When I go there it says $82 for that light on BDU.

[@Hill_Billy_Without_A_Hill]

@@Mrgunsngear Any coupon codes for big daddy U that you know of?

[@cloudhidden1196]

@3:40 Shut up and take my money.

[@Mrgunsngear]

Indeed

[@soldierofjudah9356]

Ok ok ok how do you attach it to my ar and yes I'm a fan of overkill

[@eyeofth3b3hold3r]

But then you'll never use it!

[@davidli3582]

1" ring flashlight mount.

[@Mrgunsngear]

🇺🇸

[@treadhead44]

@@davidli3582 might need to get a pic rail optic riser to get it to clear the bell, but yeah that.

[@luisugueto5025]

Great review! Do you know if the micro-usb 18650s can be charged via a universal charger?

[@BoopSnoot]

They can.

[@busman2050]

Yes, and batteries charge quicker also

[@tedybear915]

It's HUGE Mike.

[@Mrgunsngear]

Indeed

[@countryboy9546]

I just bought one of these, and I can say it gets HOT! I’m not sure what the step down and time before step down is, but there has to be some step down.

[@Mrgunsngear]

there is step down on pretty much any light over 100 lumens

[@eyeofth3b3hold3r]

Awesome light and video as usual. Just out of curiosity have you seen any of the nerdy lights like the BLF Q8 or Emisar D4S? You might really like them.

[@Mrgunsngear]

thanks; no

[@u1t1matr1x8]

Do you have to use rechargeable 18650? Can you use normal 18650?

[@_car5323]

Is there such a thing as non-rechargeable 18650?

[@u1t1matr1x8]

etc7 yeah I see them all the time. There okay to use in this. I bought one after I watched the review. Love this light.

[@jacobsandman328]

I’m buying on now!!!!!

[@mc50992]

What wristwatch are you wearing in this video?

[@ceskazbrojovka9001]

Try using SL-B26 batteries to get the full 3500 lumens recommend by streamlight themselves.

[@wrxified]

I have a technical question for the crew. I'm confused by the rated lumens and what type of trickery is going on to make the light. Streamlight rates the output with the rechargeable 18650's higher than with cr123a's. How does that make sense? 18650's have a max output of 4.2v (3.7v nominal). So 2 of them is 8.4v max (7.4v nominal). CR123a batteries have a max of 3v so 12v total. Seems logical to think the CR123a's would be a higher output.

[@Weo510]

I think these higher lumen lights rely on the higher amps that some Li rechargeables allow. So, even with less voltage, the current draw is high enough to yield significantly more power (watts) than the 4xCR123's at their higher voltage.

[@duvalpenny100]

No trail cap switch is a bummer. So close to being my perfect light.

[@scottstrickland704]

How does it compare to the Olight Warrior X? I noticed the Warrior has about 26k more candela.

[@Mrgunsngear]

I don't know

[@overlandedc]

The Warrior X has 89k Candella and a throw of almost 600 meters. It very much outperforms the Streamlight in a smaller form factor that is weapon mountable. The streamlight is probably better as a blunt instrument though. lol

[@scottstrickland704]

@@overlandedc Thanks! I just got the Warrior X it's awesome for the size.

[@j.n.8745]

Will come in handy for traffic stops at night, if needed.

[@traceyevans2757]

Perfect for when cops wanna flash a light in your eyes. Turn the sun on in their face 😂

[@m118lr]

Just curious...what LED ‘bulb’ is used for this light?

[@_car5323]

Supposed to be Cree C4, or at least most of the batches should be. LED brands in the big name flashlights are mostly gobblygook if they're not outright saying Cree because the majority of them are Cree's resold by other distributors anyway. Cree C4 is actually not a model of LED but a bin (quality and output standard) for several models, which can vary wildly in color temp and output. C4 is generally the highest bin that is made in large quantities, so pretty much every company just labels theirs as C4 regardless.

[@Chrisjones-uh1xm]

I just bought 1 of those HL5-x, I can't wait I bought a supposed 90,000 lumin from Amazon and that 39$ flashlight only lasted for a month or so I think I recharged it like 3 or 4 times it stopped working. I've also bought monster flashlight in the past don't waste your money on those either they say they have a warranty but when I sent mine in they sent it back in the same condition NOT WORKING, so I called thier customer service the guy told me I may need to jump start it, what a jerk off

[@puma51921]

Hands down the brightest light I own.

[@Mrgunsngear]

nice

[@americanbadass3464]

I have one. Definitely a torch. The front will get hot.

[@l84cabo]

I'm a huge clicky tailcap fan but I may just have to pick one of these up. They're $65 on Amazon at the moment. Yea, for $65 I think I can live without a tailcap.

[@shaguar00]

The HL4 Tailcap fits it and works (just have to first turn on the front switch). part number is 880204)

[@arthurmead5341]

Damn, they are in the $90s now

[@calebdavis21]

That light is insane

[@Mrgunsngear]

Indeed

[@billyharrison3985]

Will it be a good hunting light to walk through the woods during deer season to find your Treestand?Is the been Wide enough or too strong I have a ProTac 500 Lumens but it’s getting old but still works but I want to upgrade

[@mollies13]

dam for 3500 lumens for sure I mean it be too much to aim it on animal...

[@treadhead44]

Can you charge those batteries in a regular charger or is it USB only?

[@Mrgunsngear]

usb

[@treadhead44]

@@Mrgunsngear I have the Olight ones with the micro USB port and was wondering what would happen if I put them on my regular battery charger. I never tried it because I was afraid of breaking something.

[@Spike-13]

Is it just me, or was that light flickering during the drop test in the intro?

[@davidli3582]

Probably caused by the battery coming out of contact during the impact.

[@Spike-13]

@@davidli3582 does that happen with other lights?

[@Mrgunsngear]

just you

[@benbraceletspurple9108]

All lights flicker when dropped.

[@benbraceletspurple9108]

@@Mrgunsngear in fact it is testament to the functionality if it does flicker because that means breaking battery contact doesn't shut the light down.

[@ianfinch7918]

I wonder, can you stick an HL-X tailcap on it?

[@ianfinch7918]

Or maybe 2L?

[@Mrgunsngear]

I don't know

[@j-vtol8547]

How far away is the fence again ?...

[@whateman12408]

I don't understand 3500 for the 18650 but 2500 for the cr123.. why is there a difference I own this light but I don't understand why there is a difference. Currently using mine with 18650 orbitron batteries.

[@JimPepperTactical]

18650s have more power. If you wanna nerd out on it, just google it.

[@Mrgunsngear]

output is different

[@whateman12408]

Battery output is different. Yes it is! Thanks always curious about that one. Guess I should've read the label lol

[@الشبحالامازيغي-ش2ف]

I got the hl 5 x and just bought the 4 model cap. it didn't work.

[@DriveByShouting]

The Crankheads that roam by night in the rural area I’m from hate this light. A powerful stereo, the strobe effect and the right song is a pretty effective Psy-Op. Streamlight should get into the flash bang market. Just saying.

[@Henry-xh8ec]

I have one and it lights up the woods behind my house. Can easily see all the raccoons and opossi back there.

[@busman2050]

Great flashlight for outdoors in the woods.

[@jacobsandman328]

Omg best video ever

[@jonnyt16]

Your neighbors across the lake must hate you lol.

[@ironmikez2247]

Why do you use candela vs lumen?

[@DFASixMarbles]

What picatinny mount long gun light do you recommend for home defense on a 12ga? (will mount on side rail on Nordic Components tube extension)

[@franciscojchacon6053]

I can suggest you another Streamlight, the Polytac X, 600 Lumens, I have it on my Mossberg 930 jmpro

[@mrsfireleg]

One fantastic flashlight. Just one problem. The button is hard to locate. It is difficult to index under my thumb. Anybody have any ideas?

[@mqweihgbhkgfvj]

its so bright it can see what someones doing a week from now!

[@benbraceletspurple9108]

YES ! FINALLY STREAMLIGHT IS BRINGING IT BACK! garbage outputs and high prices for years, now with decent output, and the best thing is there are several programmable modes, this is exactly what we need, a programmable tactical light for use in different situations. Very nice streamlight, please build your entire line out of this.

[@Mrgunsngear]

🤔

[@THEZOMBIEBUNKER]

I was expecting the price to be considerably more.

[@benbraceletspurple9108]

Yes, that has been streamlight's problem for years.

[@KristofferEngstrom]

How come that Surefire and Streamlight etc, claims its so bright, when other companies at this moment is making lights that has output around 50-60 k lumen ?

[@Mrgunsngear]

I don't know

[@axeviking4602]

Well this is a hand-held light the ones that are 20k plus lumens are really big you need a strap to carry them but if you don't mind you can get them

[@poorchristopher15]

Can I use a higher capacity 18650 like 3500 MAH so the flashlight can last longer?

[@bl8danjil]

Maybe. The Streamlight 18650 are a little longer than the average button top 18650 though.

[@poorchristopher15]

@@bl8danjil I spoke to a streamlight representative on the phone and she told me if I use anything other than the stream light batteries it can burn out the LED bulbs.

[@bl8danjil]

@@poorchristopher15 did you clarify that you weren't just going to use any 18650, but a protected button top 18650?

[@poorchristopher15]

@@bl8danjil Yes I did. And if I use anything other then the streamlight she said my warranty can end up being void.

[@bl8danjil]

@@poorchristopher15 That sucks. I guess it makes sense though; too many people must have been using poor quality batteries, using non protected cells, or flat top batteries thinking all 18650 batteries were the same like anything labeled AA, which has a standard. Streamlight didn't want to deal with the confusion and customer complaints that may have arisen from that. They need to come out with a higher mAh battery.