Comparison Console
Streamlight ClipMate USB vs Streamlight MicroStream
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 257% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 257% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 133% 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$45Cheapest
US$47.95Most expensive
Weight
53.9 g (1.90 oz)Heaviest
31.2 g (1.10 oz)Lightest
Length
81.3 mm (3.20 in)Shortest
98.2 mm (3.87 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
70 lmLowest output
250 lmHighest output
Max candela
500 cdLowest candela
1150 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
44 m (144 ft)Lowest
68 m (223 ft)Highest
Max runtime
210 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium polymer cell
Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB built-in charge tab
USB charging via included cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Polymer housing, abrasion-resistant
Anodized machined aluminum with polycarbonate lens
Use case profile
Best for
Hands-free lightingEDC useIndustrial and DIY useNight vision preservation with red LED modes
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesCampingHikingHands-free use with pocket or hat clip
Common praise
Lightweight and compact designUSB built-in charging convenienceMultiple lighting modes including red LED for night visionDurable and abrasion-resistant polymer housingGood runtime on various modes
Compact and lightweightGood brightness for sizeRechargeable battery with USB chargingDurable construction with IPX4 water resistanceIncludes pocket and hat clip for hands-free use
Common complaints
Limited beam distance compared to larger flashlightsNot fully waterproof, only IPX4 water resistantSwitch interface may take getting used to
Limited runtime on high mode (1.5 hours)No specified weight or dimensions for head/body diameter in some sources