Comparison Console
Streamlight MicroStream USB vs ThruNite Ti5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight MicroStream USB stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream USB stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream USB stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream USB stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 9% 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
Unknown
Unknown
Weight
34.1 g (1.20 oz)Heaviest
20 g (0.71 oz)Lightest
Length
98.3 mm (3.87 in)Longest
90 mm (3.54 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
250 lmHighest output
100 lmLowest output
Max candela
1150 cdHighest candela
460 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Highest
43 m (141 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
180 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium Ion Cell Pack
1x AAA battery (not included)
Charging type
USB rechargeable
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX4
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized machined aluminum with scratch-resistant polycarbonate lens
Aircraft grade aluminum alloy body with premium type III hard anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryUrban UseProfessionals Needing Rechargeable Compact LightHands Free Use With ClipWater Resistant Needs
EDC Daily CarryPocket Carry In Small Cargo Pants And Sleeve Pen PocketsSignaling And Brief Lighting
Common praise
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
Compact And Light At 20 Grams Without BatteryGood Throw With Cree Xp G2 LEDForward Clicky Switch Provides Momentary On And Intuitive Mode CyclingWaterproof With IPX 8 RatingDurable Construction With Aircraft Grade Aluminum And Hard Anodized Finish
Common complaints
High Mode Runtime Limited To About 1.5 HoursCan Get Hot In High ModeNo Strobe Or SOS Modes
Short Runtime On High Mode (about 30 Minutes) Due To Single Aaa Battery ConfigurationBattery Not Included
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