Weapon lights are a tremendous tool when used properly. We have to make sure of our target before giving someone the good news. I will always say that making the decision to shoot is what can make us slower. Having to descriminate a target with little to no light is always going to be harder and slower. While strobe lights will disorient those on the receiving end, it also has a effect on the user. This will also slow down our ability to process threats and make good shots. There are a lot of people that like strobe because they think it will force their opponents to look away or be unable to see. This is probably true, but this also works with 1000 lumen lights like surefire and streamlight. The difference is that the light does not have a negative effect on your vision and allows you to take in more information.