Fenix E08R UE vs Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB size comparison
The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 1.6 mm (0.06 in) longer than the Fenix E08R UE, and 4.1 mm narrower at its widest point. It is about the same weight (with battery).
The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 1.6 mm (0.06 in) longer than the Fenix E08R UE, and 4.1 mm narrower at its widest point. It is about the same weight (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix E08R UE Check price ↗ | Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 129 mm (5.08 in) | 130.6 mm (5.14 in)+1.6 mm |
| Head / width | 31 mm (1.22 in) | 26.9 mm (1.06 in)−4.1 mm |
| Body | — | 23.9 mm (0.94 in) |
| Thickness | 18 mm (0.71 in) | — |
| Weight | 125 g with battery | 125 g with batterysame |
| Battery | Built-in | 18650 / 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 1,600 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | 160 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $84.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $83.05 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 31.0 mm wide x 18.0 mm thick | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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E08R UE vs ProTac 2L-X USB: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix E08R UE is the shorter light: 129 mm (5.08 in) against 130.6 mm (5.14 in), a difference of 1.6 mm (1%). At its widest point the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 4.1 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 31 mm). They weigh about the same (125 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix E08R UE is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB, 220% more.
Battery
The Fenix E08R UE runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. Only the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E08R UE was $84.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB $83.05 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB cost $1.90 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix E08R UE if you want more output (1,600 lm vs 500 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB if you want a slimmer profile (4.1 mm narrower) and a removable cell you can swap. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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E08R UE vs ProTac 2L-X USB FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix E08R UE or the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB?
The Fenix E08R UE is the shorter light: 129 mm (5.08 in) against 130.6 mm (5.14 in), a difference of 1.6 mm (1%). At its widest point the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 4.1 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 31 mm). They weigh about the same (125 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix E08R UE or the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB?
The Fenix E08R UE is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB, 220% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix E08R UE or the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E08R UE was $84.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB $83.05 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB cost $1.90 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix E08R UE and Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB use the same battery?
The Fenix E08R UE runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. Only the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix E08R UE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $84.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $83.05 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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