Comparison Console
Streamlight MacroStream 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 50% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% 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$90Most expensive
US$47.95Cheapest
Weight
62.4 g (2.20 oz)Heaviest
31.2 g (1.10 oz)Lightest
Length
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Longest
98.2 mm (3.87 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmHighest output
250 lmLowest output
Max candela
2000 cdHighest candela
1150 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
90 m (295 ft)Highest
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
120 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium ion
Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB (Micro-USB)
USB charging via included cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Anodized machined aluminum with polycarbonate lens
Anodized machined aluminum with polycarbonate lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryEDC UseTradespeopleDiyGlovebox Or Go Bag UseHat Brim Tasks
Everyday CarryOutdoor ActivitiesCampingHikingHands Free Use With Pocket Or Hat Clip
Common praise
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
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
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
Limited Runtime On High Mode (1.5 Hours)No Specified Weight Or Dimensions For Head/body Diameter In Some Sources
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