Fenix WF30RE vs Streamlight PolyTac X USB size comparison
The Streamlight PolyTac X USB is 11.5 mm (0.45 in) shorter than the Fenix WF30RE, and 2 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 11.5 mm (0.45 in) shorter than the Fenix WF30RE, and 2 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix WF30RE Check price ↗ | Streamlight PolyTac X USB Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 150.5 mm (5.93 in) | 139 mm (5.47 in)−11.5 mm |
| Head / width | 34 mm (1.34 in) | 32 mm (1.26 in)−2 mm |
| Body | 28 mm (1.10 in) | 25 mm (0.98 in)−3 mm |
| Weight | 215 g with battery | 139 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | 18650 / 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 280 lm | 600 lm |
| Throw | 170 m | 205 m |
| Type | Work light | Work light |
| Price | $84.96 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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WF30RE 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 150.5 mm (5.93 in), a difference of 11.5 mm (8%). At its widest point the Streamlight PolyTac X USB is 2 mm slimmer (32 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix WF30RE: 215 g with battery; Streamlight PolyTac X USB: 139 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Streamlight PolyTac X USB is rated brighter: 600 lm maximum vs 280 lm for the Fenix WF30RE, 114% more. For beam distance the Streamlight PolyTac X USB reaches further: 205 m vs 170 m rated throw (21% more).
Battery
The Fenix WF30RE runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Streamlight PolyTac X USB runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. Only the Streamlight PolyTac X USB lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix WF30RE was $84.96 at fenixlighting.com and the Streamlight PolyTac X USB $74.75 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight PolyTac X USB cost $10.21 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 WF30RE if you want a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Streamlight PolyTac X USB if you want a shorter light (11.5 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (2 mm narrower), more output (600 lm vs 280 lm), longer throw (205 m vs 170 m) 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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WF30RE vs PolyTac X USB FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix WF30RE or the Streamlight PolyTac X USB?
The Streamlight PolyTac X USB is the shorter light: 139 mm (5.47 in) against 150.5 mm (5.93 in), a difference of 11.5 mm (8%). At its widest point the Streamlight PolyTac X USB is 2 mm slimmer (32 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix WF30RE: 215 g with battery; Streamlight PolyTac X USB: 139 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix WF30RE or the Streamlight PolyTac X USB?
The Streamlight PolyTac X USB is rated brighter: 600 lm maximum vs 280 lm for the Fenix WF30RE, 114% more. For beam distance the Streamlight PolyTac X USB reaches further: 205 m vs 170 m rated throw (21% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix WF30RE or the Streamlight PolyTac X USB?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix WF30RE was $84.96 at fenixlighting.com and the Streamlight PolyTac X USB $74.75 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight PolyTac X USB cost $10.21 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix WF30RE and Streamlight PolyTac X USB use the same battery?
The Fenix WF30RE runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Streamlight PolyTac X USB runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. Only the Streamlight PolyTac X USB lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix WF30RE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $84.96 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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