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[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Inforce APL vs Streamlight TLR-1 HL

Posted: 7/20/2016 5:43:08 PM EDT

looking for a new weapon light to mount on my m9a3

which is the better light both seem to be around the same price.

let me know your experience.

Posted: 7/20/2016 6:23:27 PM EDT

[#1]

I just sold my APL and am in the process of switching to all TLR-1's on all my pistols. The TLR just seems more solid to me.

Posted: 7/20/2016 6:29:05 PM EDT

[#2]

APL really shines as light on small/light pistols, such as the G19, G17. On a Beretta, or Sig, I'd run the TLR or X300 series. I've got APLs that have stood up to over 10k on a G22. Its mount (new screw based one) has proven more durable than the one on my X300s, but I haven't tried their new screw mount. I've never had a problem with mounts on the TLR series, and those represent an awesome value.

Posted: 7/20/2016 6:32:57 PM EDT

[#3]

The APL has superior ergonomics. I like it better.

Posted: 7/20/2016 6:33:40 PM EDT

[#4]

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I just sold my APL and am in the process of switching to all TLR-1's on all my pistols. The TLR just seems more solid to me.

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Same here.

While APL is hella compact it lacks the ass (read lumens) to do what I want a weapon light to do.

My next purchase will be the new high output TLR-1

Posted: 7/20/2016 6:34:36 PM EDT

[#5]

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The APL has superior ergonomics. I like it better.

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That switch is annoying as hell. There's no good way to manually strobe which is how I was taught.

Posted: 7/21/2016 7:59:21 AM EDT

[#6]

I only have experience with the Streamlight HL and it's an awesome light. I thought the high output would be too much for indoors but it's not an issue.

Posted: 7/21/2016 8:09:10 AM EDT

[#7]

My Inforce has been back twice for switch repair. This was without any banging around or duty use. I'm a bit leery of it now and have gone back to Surefire or Streamlight.

I use my Streamlight for opfor force on force and it has held up great despite being dropped, thrown, and having the lens shot out more than once by sims.

Posted: 7/25/2016 2:27:12 AM EDT

[#8]

I have a TLR 1 HL and love it...however I have considered an APL for IWB ccw, but I may as well just go XC1 for that.

Posted: 7/25/2016 3:56:03 PM EDT

[#9]

I sold off my 2 tlr's. Now I use surefires

Posted: 7/25/2016 4:12:06 PM EDT

[#10]

i loved my streamlight tlr1hl but it wouldnt clear a osprey suppressor on my g17. I run an apl, and love the switch, it isnt too bright and wash out, and is slimmer and lighter. They both have a lifetime warranty and stand behind it. Ill be buying another apl soon for my hk

I dont think you can really go wrong with any of them

Posted: 7/25/2016 9:29:54 PM EDT

[#11]

Streamlight every time.

Posted: 7/25/2016 10:02:10 PM EDT

[#12]

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I have a TLR 1 HL and love it...however I have considered an APL for IWB ccw, but I may as well just go XC1 for that.

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I use my APL for AIWB.

APL > XC1 and half the price.

From what I understand the lamp on the XC1 is that same one used on that Surefire wrist light thingy. No thanks.

Posted: 7/27/2016 6:11:11 PM EDT

[#13]

The streamlight is much better quality but the APL has way better ergonomics.

I like big buttons and I cannot lie.

Posted: 7/28/2016 4:13:03 AM EDT

[#14]

IMO those 2 lights are used for very different purposes.

For ccw, the APL shines(as does the XC1).

For open carry/home defense/general use light the TLR1 would make more sense.

Posted: 8/5/2016 9:52:23 AM EDT

[#15]

OWB/Duty gun? TRL

IWB/concealed gun? APL

Posted: 8/6/2016 10:53:17 AM EDT

[#16]

Hold off and pay a little more for much better quality on sale for $200. New 600 lumens.

https://www.armsunlimited.com/SearchResults.asp?Search=Surefire+X300+Ultra&Submit=Go

Posted: 8/12/2016 4:26:16 PM EDT

[#17]

My primary light is an XC1 but the TLR1 is an awesome light in the size class it is in. I have the 300 lumen version the 600 was to intensely bright for my liking and honestly I prefer my XC1 200 wide spread light more than the TLR1.

Posted: 8/15/2016 9:49:16 PM EDT

[#18]

I'm switching everything over to the TLR-1 HL 800 model because it's so strong. I have one on my g19 and carry it in a T.Rex Raptor holster.

Posted: 8/24/2016 11:00:29 AM EDT

[#19]

I used an HL on a Gen4 G23 in an Xfer holster for about a year.

The 600 lumens sounds great until you use it in a dark house immediately after waking up.

Posted: 8/31/2016 1:52:02 PM EDT

[#20]

I've seen APLs crack and quit working in high round count classes. I personally do not have experience with it, but I know guys who do; they have *all* taken theirs off and have switched to SureFires and Streamlights, mainly the TLR-1 HL model. I carry one on both my carry handgun and on my duty handgun.

Posted: 8/31/2016 10:40:19 PM EDT

[#21]

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I'm switching everything over to the TLR-1 HL 800 model because it's so strong. I have one on my g19 and carry it in a T.Rex Raptor holster.

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Got mine today... HOLY CRAP, it's bright!

Posted: 10/2/2016 8:36:49 PM EDT

[#22]

I absolutely love my TLR-1 HL. It has an amazing flood with a nice hot spot. It resides on my G17.4, but I have the option to throw it on the G19.4 and still use the same holster I use for the 17... Further, the FDE is spot on with all my other FDE gear.

Posted: 10/2/2016 8:58:47 PM EDT

[#23]

Love my APL's. I like the interface better, people say thay they have problems I haven't had any but if I do I'll just buy another APL because again I like the interface and they're only $90.

Posted: 10/23/2016 11:32:28 AM EDT

[#24]

I just got a deal on one of the Streamlight TLR-1 HL 800 Lumen Lights at $119 and decided to give it a try. Previously I've only bought Surefires, but, unfortunately Surefire has been behind the curve on higher power led lights. If they offered an X300 Ultra in 800 or more lumens I would have gotten one. The Streamlight 800 lumen seems decent enough and the extra 200 lumen output is noticeable and better then the Surefire. I have 1,000 lumen led lights on my rifles and this Streamlight looks to be a very good light for my HD pistol.

Posted: 10/24/2016 5:59:40 PM EDT

[#25]

I like Inforce lights, but not their durability...

[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Inforce APL vs Streamlight TLR-1 HL

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