Comparison Console
Olight Baldr RL Mini 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 31% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Baldr RL Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baldr RL Mini stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baldr RL Mini stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baldr RL Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baldr RL Mini stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 24% 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$105Most expensive
US$90Cheapest
Weight
91 g (3.21 oz)Heaviest
62.4 g (2.20 oz)Lightest
Length
57 mm (2.24 in)Shortest
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
4225 cdHighest candela
2000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Highest
90 m (295 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
97 minShortest runtime
120 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
3.7V 230mAh rechargeable lithium polymer battery (built-in)
Lithium ion
Charging type
Magnetic charging port
USB (Micro-USB)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminium alloy
Anodized machined aluminum with polycarbonate lens
Use case profile
Best for
PoliceMilitaryTactical UseSelf DefenseLaw Enforcement
Everyday CarryEDC UseTradespeopleDiyGlovebox Or Go Bag UseHat Brim Tasks
Common praise
Bright Output With Combined White LED And Red Laser For AccuracyCompact And Easy To Install/remount With Quick Attach/detach SystemRechargeable Battery With Magnetic Charging Port And Low Battery IndicatorAmbidextrous Switches For Ease Of 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
No Strobe Or SOS Modes AvailableBeam Distance Limited To 130 MetersRuntime Is Under Two Hours On Highest Setting
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
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