Comparison Console
Acebeam PT20 vs Streamlight MicroStream USB
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight MicroStream USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam PT20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam PT20 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1767% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight MicroStream USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1767% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream USB stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$39.9
Unknown
Weight
47 g (1.66 oz)Heaviest
34.1 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
Length
132.5 mm (5.22 in)Longest
98.3 mm (3.87 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmHighest output
250 lmLowest output
Max candela
1600 cdHighest candela
1150 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
80 m (262 ft)Highest
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1680 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 10880 USB-C Li-ion battery, compatible with 2 x AAA alkaline/NiMH batteries
Lithium Ion Cell Pack
Charging type
USB-C (battery charging port)
USB rechargeable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m waterproof for 30 minutes)
IPX4
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Al6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Anodized machined aluminum with scratch-resistant polycarbonate lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTravelEmergency lightingInspection work
Everyday carryUrban useProfessionals needing rechargeable compact lightHands-free use with clipWater resistant needs
Common praise
Compact size and lightweight designGood balance of brightness and runtimeConvenient two-way clipIncludes rechargeable battery with USB-C chargingComfortable pen-shaped gripReliable tail switch operation
Compact size fits comfortably in pocketBright 250 lumen beam for compact lightDurable and water resistant buildRechargeable battery with charge indicatorRemovable pocket clip for hands-free use
Common complaints
Carbon fiber finish can be slick to holdLow CRI (~70) not ideal for color-critical tasksNo standby light current
High mode runtime limited to about 1.5 hoursCan get hot in high modeNo strobe or SOS modes