Comparison Console
Acebeam Rider RX vs Streamlight MicroStream
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Rider RX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 163% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 11100% 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$50Most expensive
US$47.95Cheapest
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Heaviest
31.2 g (1.10 oz)Lightest
Length
95.7 mm (3.77 in)Shortest
98.2 mm (3.87 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
650 lmHighest output
250 lmLowest output
Max candela
2304 cdHighest candela
1150 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
96 m (315 ft)Highest
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
10080 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
14500 Li-ion or AA battery (Alkaline/NiMH)
Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB-C via included rechargeable 14500 battery
USB charging via included cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy body with stainless steel outer shell
Anodized machined aluminum with polycarbonate lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryEDCGiftStress relief via fidget featureOutdoor useHome use
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesCampingHikingHands-free use with pocket or hat clip
Common praise
High color rendering index (CRI 90) LED with pleasant neutral 5000K tintGood maximum brightness for sizeDurable stainless steel outer shell and aluminum bodyFidget clip feature praised as a stress-relief gadgetIncluded USB-C rechargeable batterySmooth and comfortable designGood user interface with memory function
Compact and lightweightGood brightness for sizeRechargeable battery with USB chargingDurable construction with IPX4 water resistanceIncludes pocket and hat clip for hands-free use
Common complaints
Requires break-in period for smooth clip slidingSwitch type preference varies (forward-clicky used)Surface can get hot on continuous useNo reverse-clicky switch and no onboard charging (battery charges via USB-C port on battery)
Limited runtime on high mode (1.5 hours)No specified weight or dimensions for head/body diameter in some sources
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