Comparison Console
Streamlight MacroStream USB vs Streamlight ProTac 1L
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac 1L stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight ProTac 1L stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MacroStream USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 600% 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$89.85Cheapest
Weight
62.4 g (2.20 oz)Lightest
71 g (2.50 oz)Heaviest
Length
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmHighest output
350 lmLowest output
Max candela
2000 cdLowest candela
6400 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
90 m (295 ft)Lowest
160 m (525 ft)Highest
Max runtime
120 minShortest runtime
840 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium ion
CR123A lithium, AA alkaline, or AA lithium
Charging type
USB (Micro-USB)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX4
IPX7 waterproof to 1 meter for 30 minutes
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized machined aluminum with polycarbonate lens
Anodized aluminum with impact resistant tempered glass lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryEDC useTradespeopleDIYGlovebox or go-bag useHat-brim tasks
Everyday carryLaw enforcementSecurityMilitarySporting goodsHardware/tool useGeneral personal use
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 sizeDual-fuel battery flexibilityHigh lumen outputDurable aluminum constructionProgrammable modesWaterproof and impact resistant
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
Not rechargeablePerformance depends on battery typeLimited information on exact dimensions beyond length