Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT10C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT10C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 268% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 268% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7900% 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.
1x CR123 or 1x IMR 18350 rechargeable Li-ion battery
Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB charging via included cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy, anodized
Anodized machined aluminum with polycarbonate lens
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry▣Tactical Use▣Outdoor Activities Requiring Night Vision Preservation Such As Hunting▣Signaling In Emergencies
▣Everyday Carry▣Outdoor Activities▣Camping▣Hiking▣Hands Free Use With Pocket Or Hat Clip
Common praise
✓Compact And Lightweight✓Powerful 920 Lumen Output✓Red Light Mode Preserves Night Vision And Prevents Insect Attraction✓Tactical Tail Switch For Easy One Handed Use✓Robust Build Quality With Waterproof Rating Ipx8
✓Compact And Lightweight✓Good Brightness For Size✓Rechargeable Battery With USB Charging✓Durable Construction With Ipx4 Water Resistance✓Includes Pocket And Hat Clip For Hands Free Use
Common complaints
⚠Battery And Charger Not Included⚠Runtime On Turbo Mode Limited To About 30 Minutes
⚠Limited Runtime On High Mode (1.5 Hours)⚠No Specified Weight Or Dimensions For Head/body Diameter In Some Sources