Head-to-Head Comparison

MagLite ML300L LED 4D vs Klarus HC3

Side-by-side specs, scores, and Amazon pricing. Winner badges show which model leads each profile. Full spec comparison is included below.

Winner by Profile

Spec
Beam Pattern
Price & Scores2
Price$45$17
MSRP$45$17
Output & Beam4
Max Lumens1 lm1 lm
Beam Patternfloodflood
IP RatingIPX4
Impact Resistance1.0 m
Physical4
Length318 mm
Head Diameter47.0 mm
Body Diameter47.0 mm
Body MaterialAluminumPolymer
Battery & Charging5
Chargingnoneusb-c
USB-CNoNo
Replaceable BatteryYesNo
Battery IncludedNoNo
Rechargeable BatteryNoNo
Features7
Switch Typesideside
Strobe ModeNoNo
Memory ModeNoNo
LockoutNoNo
Moonlight ModeNoNo
Magnetic TailcapNoNo
Pocket ClipNoNo
Checklist9
Impact Resistant
Waterproof
USB-C Rechargeable
Battery Replaceable
Strobe Mode
Memory Mode
Lockout
Magnetic Tailcap
Pocket Clip
Category Scores5
Tactical Score74.567.8
EDC Score83.583.2
Value Score91.799.5
Throw Score78.672.8
Flood Score80.778.9
Amazon3
Amazon Reviews6,5185,524
Amazon Rating4.74.6
Release Year2,0192,019

Our Verdict

The Klarus HC3 leads here with a higher value score (99.5 vs 91.7). Choose it for value tasks. The MagLite ML300L LED 4D is still solid for value.

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