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Streamlight MicroStream vs Streamlight Scorpion LED
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 77% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Scorpion LED stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Scorpion LED stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 326% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Scorpion LED stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% 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 Scorpion LED 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$47.95Cheapest
US$60Most expensive
Weight
31.2 g (1.10 oz)Lightest
133 g (4.69 oz)Heaviest
Length
98.2 mm (3.87 in)Shortest
125 mm (4.92 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
250 lmHighest output
200 lmLowest output
Max candela
1150 cdLowest candela
9000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
95 m (312 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
210 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Two 3 volt CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB charging via included cable
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX4
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
3 m (10 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized machined aluminum with polycarbonate lens
Machined aluminum covered by rubber-armored sleeve with polycarbonate lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryOutdoor ActivitiesCampingHikingHands Free Use With Pocket Or Hat Clip
Tactical UseEveryday CarryEmergency Preparedness
Common praise
Compact And LightweightGood Brightness For SizeRechargeable Battery With USB ChargingDurable Construction With Ipx4 Water ResistanceIncludes Pocket And Hat Clip For Hands Free Use
Compact And LightweightBright Output For SizeDurable ConstructionRubberized Grip And Anti Roll Head
Common complaints
Limited Runtime On High Mode (1.5 Hours)No Specified Weight Or Dimensions For Head/body Diameter In Some Sources
Consumes Lithium Batteries QuicklyBattery Life Shorter Than Shelf Life
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