Comparison Console
Fenix E12 vs Streamlight MicroStream
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4567% 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$25.04Cheapest
US$47.95Most expensive
Weight
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Lightest
31.2 g (1.10 oz)Heaviest
Length
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Shortest
98.2 mm (3.87 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
160 lmLowest output
250 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cdHighest candela
1150 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)
68 m (223 ft)
Max runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB charging via included cable
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Anodized machined aluminum with polycarbonate lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral hiking useBeginners and kidsProfessional spare EDC
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesCampingHikingHands-free use with pocket or hat clip
Common praise
Compact and lightweightDurable aircraft-grade aluminum buildSimple and easy to use single tail switchGood beam quality with soft, balanced floodLong runtime on low modeIP68 rated water and dust resistance
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
No strobe or SOS modesNo memory functionNo included pocket clipBeam distance shorter than some competitors
Limited runtime on high mode (1.5 hours)No specified weight or dimensions for head/body diameter in some sources