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Olight Diffuse vs Streamlight MicroStream USB
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight MicroStream USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Diffuse stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 180% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Diffuse stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 11900% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight MicroStream USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Diffuse stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Diffuse stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 180% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Diffuse stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 11900% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Diffuse stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream USB stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 13% 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$32.99
Unknown
Weight
57.5 g (2.03 oz)Heaviest
34.1 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
Length
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
98.3 mm (3.87 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
700 lmHighest output
250 lmLowest output
Max candela
1700 cdHighest candela
1150 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
80 m (262 ft)Highest
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
10800 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
14500 lithium-ion (also compatible with AA primary or NiMH)
Lithium Ion Cell Pack
Charging type
USB-C charging via battery
USB rechargeable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX4
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Unknown
Anodized machined aluminum with scratch-resistant polycarbonate lens
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useTool kit or toolbox lightUsers needing anti-roll shapeUsers wanting waterproof light
Everyday carryUrban useProfessionals needing rechargeable compact lightHands-free use with clipWater resistant needs
Common praise
Good waterproof rating (IPX8)Anti-roll pentagon shapeGood output and runtimeConvenient battery with onboard USB-C chargingNice e-switch with indicator and lockout
Compact size fits comfortably in pocketBright 250 lumen beam for compact lightDurable and water resistant buildRechargeable battery with charge indicatorRemovable pocket clip for hands-free use
Common complaints
No knurling makes grip less secureTailcap is small and fiddly to unscrewNo built-in charging in flashlight (battery charges externally)Limited documentation on AA battery mode
High mode runtime limited to about 1.5 hoursCan get hot in high modeNo strobe or SOS modes
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