Fenix WF26R vs Streamlight PolyTac X USB size comparison
The Streamlight PolyTac X USB is 17 mm (0.67 in) shorter than the Fenix WF26R, and 8.4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Streamlight PolyTac X USB is 17 mm (0.67 in) shorter than the Fenix WF26R, and 8.4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix WF26R Check price ↗ | Streamlight PolyTac X USB Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 156 mm (6.14 in) | 139 mm (5.47 in)−17 mm |
| Head / width | 40.4 mm (1.59 in) | 32 mm (1.26 in)−8.4 mm |
| Body | 26.6 mm (1.05 in) | 25 mm (0.98 in)−1.6 mm |
| Weight | 222 g with battery | 139 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | 18650 / 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | 600 lm |
| Throw | 450 m | 205 m |
| Type | Work light | Work light |
| Price | $129.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $74.75 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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WF26R vs PolyTac X USB: how they differ
Size and weight
The Streamlight PolyTac X USB is the shorter light: 139 mm (5.47 in) against 156 mm (6.14 in), a difference of 17 mm (11%). At its widest point the Streamlight PolyTac X USB is 8.4 mm slimmer (32 vs 40.4 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix WF26R: 222 g with battery; Streamlight PolyTac X USB: 139 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix WF26R is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Streamlight PolyTac X USB, 400% more. For beam distance the Fenix WF26R reaches further: 450 m vs 205 m rated throw (120% more).
Battery
The Fenix WF26R runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Streamlight PolyTac X USB runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix WF26R was $129.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Streamlight PolyTac X USB $74.75 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight PolyTac X USB cost $55.20 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are work lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix WF26R if you want more output (3,000 lm vs 600 lm) and longer throw (450 m vs 205 m). Choose the Streamlight PolyTac X USB if you want a shorter light (17 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (8.4 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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WF26R vs PolyTac X USB FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix WF26R or the Streamlight PolyTac X USB?
The Streamlight PolyTac X USB is the shorter light: 139 mm (5.47 in) against 156 mm (6.14 in), a difference of 17 mm (11%). At its widest point the Streamlight PolyTac X USB is 8.4 mm slimmer (32 vs 40.4 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix WF26R: 222 g with battery; Streamlight PolyTac X USB: 139 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix WF26R or the Streamlight PolyTac X USB?
The Fenix WF26R is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Streamlight PolyTac X USB, 400% more. For beam distance the Fenix WF26R reaches further: 450 m vs 205 m rated throw (120% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix WF26R or the Streamlight PolyTac X USB?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix WF26R was $129.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Streamlight PolyTac X USB $74.75 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight PolyTac X USB cost $55.20 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix WF26R and Streamlight PolyTac X USB use the same battery?
The Fenix WF26R runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Streamlight PolyTac X USB runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Fenix WF26R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $129.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Streamlight PolyTac X USB: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $74.75 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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