Comparison Console
Olight S1 Mini Baton 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 21% gap from the closest alternative. Olight S1 Mini Baton stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative. Olight S1 Mini Baton stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1900% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight MicroStream USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight S1 Mini Baton stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight S1 Mini Baton stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight S1 Mini Baton stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1900% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight S1 Mini Baton stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream USB stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 82% 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$50
Unknown
Weight
43 g (1.52 oz)Heaviest
34.1 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
Length
54 mm (2.13 in)Shortest
98.3 mm (3.87 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmHighest output
250 lmLowest output
Max candela
2500 cdHighest candela
1150 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
100 m (328 ft)Highest
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1800 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 16340/RCR123A or CR123A
Lithium Ion Cell Pack
Charging type
Micro-USB (via rechargeable battery)
USB rechargeable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX4
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum
Anodized machined aluminum with scratch-resistant polycarbonate lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Urban and office useGeneral close-range illuminationUltralight backpacking
Everyday carryUrban useProfessionals needing rechargeable compact lightHands-free use with clipWater resistant needs
Common praise
Small size with strong output for EDCUseful rechargeable battery included with USB chargingGood beam pattern with flood and some throwDurable aluminum construction with IPX8 waterproof ratingVersatile clip allowing tip-up or tip-down carry
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
Tail magnet is weak for some use casesClip attachment can be stiff and require two handsConfusing model namingTurbo mode not available with standard CR123A cellsSome users desire stronger grip texture
High mode runtime limited to about 1.5 hoursCan get hot in high modeNo strobe or SOS modes