Laser Beam VS Floodlight - HRT AWLS & Streamlight ProTac 2.0 RM, They couldn't have made worse names

Published on April 29, 2023
Duration: 41:27

This review compares the HRT AWLS and Streamlight ProTac 2.0 RM weapon lights, highlighting their distinct design philosophies and use cases. The HRT AWLS excels in long-range illumination with high Candela, making it ideal for precision tasks and defeating photonic barriers. The Streamlight ProTac 2.0 RM offers a wider flood of light with high lumens, providing excellent general illumination for closer ranges and home defense scenarios, featuring a large rechargeable battery and dual-function tail cap.

Quick Summary

The HRT AWLS excels with 90,000 Candela for long-range throw and precision, ideal for defeating photonic barriers. The Streamlight ProTac 2.0 RM offers 2000 lumens for a wide flood beam, effective for general illumination and home defense up to 100 yards. The HRT is more versatile with battery options, while the Streamlight boasts a long-lasting rechargeable battery.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Channel Support
  2. 01:43Review Introduction: HRT AWLS & Streamlight ProTac 2.0 RM
  3. 02:54HRT AWLS: Overview & Specs
  4. 04:14HRT AWLS: Technical Specifications (Lumens, Candela)
  5. 05:19HRT AWLS: Body & Mount Design
  6. 05:52HRT AWLS: Omni-Directional Tail Cap (ODS)
  7. 07:07HRT AWLS: Size & Weight
  8. 08:04Streamlight ProTac 2.0 RM: Overview & Name
  9. 08:11Streamlight ProTac 2.0 RM: Size & Weight Comparison
  10. 08:34Streamlight ProTac 2.0 RM: Light Output (Lumens, Candela)
  11. 09:17Streamlight ProTac 2.0 RM: Mounting Options
  12. 09:48Streamlight ProTac 2.0 RM: Dual Switch Tail Cap
  13. 11:45Streamlight ProTac 2.0 RM: Battery Design & Charging
  14. 13:38Streamlight ProTac 2.0 RM: Battery Options & Runtime
  15. 14:36Runtime Comparison: Streamlight vs HRT
  16. 15:02Overall Comparison: Design Philosophy & Use Case
  17. 15:05Turnkey Solutions: HRT AWLS vs Streamlight
  18. 15:28HRT AWLS Tail Cap Issue: Unscrewing
  19. 16:41Durability & Drop Testing
  20. 16:55HRT AWLS Tail Cap Adjustability & Accidental Activation
  21. 18:57Streamlight Tail Switch Placement & Intentional Activation
  22. 19:37Beam Pattern & Performance: HRT AWLS vs Streamlight
  23. 20:35Beam Comparison: Surefire G2X Tactical
  24. 21:15Beam Comparison: Streamlight TLR-1 Clone
  25. 22:02Beam Comparison: Streamlight HLX
  26. 23:05Beam Comparison: Streamlight HLX 2.0 / ProTac RM 2.0
  27. 23:43Beam Comparison: HRT AWLS
  28. 24:53Distance Test: Target at 75-80 Yards
  29. 26:04Tinted Window Test: 20 Yards
  30. 27:28Barrier Penetration & Distance Performance
  31. 30:03Effective Beam Distance & Candela Claims
  32. 31:30Streamlight Beam Pattern: Spill vs. Distance
  33. 33:14Photonic Barrier Testing
  34. 35:43Use Case: Home Defense
  35. 36:15Use Case: Long Range Outdoor Illumination
  36. 37:11Value Light Comparison: Streamlight HLX & RM2
  37. 38:22Turnkey Solution & Durability Summary
  38. 39:30Burn Test & Battery Powerhouse
  39. 40:00Design Philosophy & Final Thoughts
  40. 40:39Viewer Engagement & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences between the HRT AWLS and Streamlight ProTac 2.0 RM weapon lights?

The HRT AWLS focuses on high Candela for long-range throw and precision, while the Streamlight ProTac 2.0 RM emphasizes high lumens for a wide flood of light at closer distances. The HRT is more compact with a unique omni-directional tail switch, whereas the Streamlight is larger, features a proprietary rechargeable battery, and offers a dual-function tail cap.

Which weapon light is better for home defense: HRT AWLS or Streamlight ProTac 2.0 RM?

For home defense, the Streamlight ProTac 2.0 RM is generally recommended due to its wider flood beam, which is effective for illuminating rooms and identifying threats at typical indoor distances. Both lights are effective, but the Streamlight's broader illumination pattern is often more practical for close-quarters scenarios.

How does the battery life and charging compare between the HRT AWLS and Streamlight ProTac 2.0 RM?

The Streamlight ProTac 2.0 RM features a large, proprietary rechargeable battery offering up to 2.5 hours on high, with USB-C charging directly on the battery. The HRT AWLS is more versatile, accepting standard 18650, 18350, and CR123A batteries, but its runtime on high is significantly shorter, and it does not have integrated charging.

What are the advantages of the HRT AWLS's high Candela rating?

The HRT AWLS's 90,000 Candela rating provides exceptional beam throw and penetration, allowing it to illuminate targets at much greater distances (up to 200 yards or more) and cut through photonic barriers or ambient light sources more effectively than lights with lower Candela ratings.

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