Source:http://dota2.gamepedia.com/Lifesteal
Lifesteal Unique Attack Modifier
Lifesteal as a
Unique Attack Modifier
is the most common form of lifesteal and can be used by both melee and
ranged units. With the exception of Satanic's Unholy Rage ability, they
are all passive abilities. Items that give this type of lifesteal are:
These items do not stack with each other. The one in the highest priority slot will override the others.
Lifesteal Aura
Lifesteal granted by an aura gives certain units in the area of
effect the lifesteal ability. Lifesteal auras will stack with other
lifesteal auras, but not with identical lifesteal auras. Lifesteal auras
will stack with lifesteal granted by Unique Attack Modifiers. Items and
skills that provide a Lifesteal Aura are: