Comparison Console
Olight i5T EOS vs Streamlight MacroStream USB
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight i5T EOS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Olight i5T EOS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight i5T EOS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 201% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5T EOS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5T EOS stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5T EOS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 900% 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$29.95Cheapest
US$90Most expensive
Weight
60 g (2.12 oz)Lightest
62.4 g (2.20 oz)Heaviest
Length
95 mm (3.74 in)Shortest
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
300 lmLowest output
500 lmHighest output
Max candela
910 cdLowest candela
2000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
60 m (197 ft)Lowest
90 m (295 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1200 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x AA Alkaline battery
Lithium ion
Charging type
Unknown
USB (Micro-USB)
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX4
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Anodized Aluminum Alloy
Anodized machined aluminum with polycarbonate lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryGiftingOutdoor useCamping and hikingUp-close illumination
Everyday carryEDC useTradespeopleDIYGlovebox or go-bag useHat-brim tasks
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designHigh quality anodized aluminum bodyGood max output of 300 lumensConvenient tail switch with smooth actionDual direction pocket clip allows versatile carry, including use as a headlampSoft, balanced beam with wide hotspot comfortable for close-up useCompatible with widely available AA alkaline and NiMH batteries
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
Not compatible with lithium-ion batteriesSome users find grip knurling averageLimited to two main output levels plus moonlightNo onboard chargingRuntime on high mode is limited due to stepdownNo included lanyard
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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