Fenix GL22 vs Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X size comparison
The Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X is 7 mm (0.28 in) longer than the Fenix GL22, and 4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X is 7 mm (0.28 in) longer than the Fenix GL22, and 4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix GL22 Check price ↗ | Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 67 mm (2.64 in) | 74 mm (2.91 in)+7 mm |
| Height | 42 mm (1.65 in) | 38 mm (1.50 in)−4 mm |
| Thickness | 31 mm (1.22 in) | 30 mm (1.18 in)−1 mm |
| Weight | 94 g with battery | 89 g listed |
| Battery | 16340 | SL-B9 pack |
| Max output | 750 lm | 1,000 lm |
| Throw | 180 m | 297 m |
| Type | Weapon light | Weapon light |
| Price | $119.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $319.55 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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GL22 vs TLR-8 HL-X: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix GL22 is the shorter light: 67 mm (2.64 in) against 74 mm (2.91 in), a difference of 7 mm (9%). At its widest point the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X is 4 mm slimmer (38 vs 42 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix GL22: 94 g with battery; Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X: 89 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X is rated brighter: 1,000 lm maximum vs 750 lm for the Fenix GL22, 33% more. For beam distance the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X reaches further: 297 m vs 180 m rated throw (65% more).
Battery
The Fenix GL22 runs on a removable 16340 battery; the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X runs on its own battery (SL-B9 pack).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix GL22 was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X from $319.55 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix GL22 cost $199.60 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are weapon lights in our catalog with a weapon body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix GL22 if you want a shorter light (7 mm shorter). Choose the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X if you want a slimmer profile (4 mm narrower), more output (1,000 lm vs 750 lm) and longer throw (297 m vs 180 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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GL22 vs TLR-8 HL-X FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix GL22 or the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X?
The Fenix GL22 is the shorter light: 67 mm (2.64 in) against 74 mm (2.91 in), a difference of 7 mm (9%). At its widest point the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X is 4 mm slimmer (38 vs 42 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix GL22: 94 g with battery; Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X: 89 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix GL22 or the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X?
The Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X is rated brighter: 1,000 lm maximum vs 750 lm for the Fenix GL22, 33% more. For beam distance the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X reaches further: 297 m vs 180 m rated throw (65% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix GL22 or the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix GL22 was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X from $319.55 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix GL22 cost $199.60 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix GL22 and Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X use the same battery?
The Fenix GL22 runs on a removable 16340 battery; the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X runs on its own battery (SL-B9 pack).
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Sources
- Fenix GL22: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $119.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price from $319.55 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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