Comparison Console
Olight Arkfeld Pro vs Streamlight MacroStream USB
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Arkfeld Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Olight Arkfeld Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Arkfeld Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Arkfeld Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Arkfeld Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Arkfeld Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8600% 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$89.99Cheapest
US$90Most expensive
Weight
111 g (3.92 oz)Heaviest
62.4 g (2.20 oz)Lightest
Length
120 mm (4.72 in)Longest
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1300 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
3223 cdHighest candela
2000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
113 m (371 ft)Highest
90 m (295 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
10440 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Integrated Lithium Polymer 1500mAh 3.7V
Lithium ion
Charging type
Olight MCC magnetic charger (USB-A input 5V 1A)
USB (Micro-USB)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX4
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum with stainless steel pocket clip
Anodized machined aluminum with polycarbonate lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Versatile illuminationUV stain and pet urine detectionPresentation and pet toy laser pointer useNear-field and indoor use
Everyday carryEDC useTradespeopleDIYGlovebox or go-bag useHat-brim tasks
Common praise
Versatile 3-in-1 functionality with white LED, UV, and green laserBright 1300 lumen white light with well-spaced output modesCompact flat rectangular design fits comfortably in pocketRobust build quality with aluminum body and IPX7 waterproof ratingIntuitive rotary selector switch for seamless mode changingLong maximum runtime up to 174 hours in low modeStrong UV output at 900mW for professional use
Bright and focused 500 lumen beam with effective hotspot and smooth spillCompact and lightweight at about 4.5 inches and 62 gramsSimple and reliable tail switch interface with momentary and constant-onConvenient USB charging with indicator light included cableDurable anodized aluminum construction with IPX4 water resistance and 1 meter impact resistancePractical two-way pocket clip allowing pocket or cap-brim carryGood value for the price
Common complaints
Battery not user-replaceableCharging via proprietary MCC magnetic cable instead of USB-CInitial UI firmware had Turbo and Strobe modes swapped in early batchesTurbo and Moonlight modes memorized which can override last used modeNo momentary activation for laser or UV modesNot ideal for long-range or tactical use due to floody beam profile
Some users reported occasional quality control issuesNot suitable for users needing very long runtimes or extreme throw distancesInstructions could be clearer for first-time users