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Streamlight MicroStream vs Streamlight Stylus Pro

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Stylus Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Streamlight Stylus Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 109% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Streamlight Stylus Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Streamlight Stylus Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Streamlight Stylus Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 433% 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.

Streamlight MicroStream — Beam distance: 68 m (223 ft)Streamlight MicroStream — Max candela: 1150 cdStreamlight MicroStream — Weight: 31.2 g (1.10 oz)Streamlight MicroStream — Length: 98.2 mm (3.87 in)Streamlight MicroStream — Retail price: US$47.95Streamlight MicroStream — Max lumens: 250 lmStreamlight Stylus Pro — Beam distance: 62 m (203 ft)Streamlight Stylus Pro — Max candela: 950 cdStreamlight Stylus Pro — Weight: 46.9 g (1.65 oz)Streamlight Stylus Pro — Length: 134 mm (5.28 in)Streamlight Stylus Pro — Retail price: US$22.99Streamlight Stylus Pro — Max lumens: 100 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Specification
Streamlight MicroStream
Streamlight Stylus Pro
Price & carry
Retail price
US$47.95Most expensive
US$22.99Cheapest
Weight
31.2 g (1.10 oz)Lightest
46.9 g (1.65 oz)Heaviest
Length
98.2 mm (3.87 in)Shortest
134 mm (5.28 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
250 lmHighest output
100 lmLowest output
Max candela
1150 cdHighest candela
950 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Highest
62 m (203 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
480 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
2x AAA alkaline
Charging type
USB charging via included cable
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX4
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Anodized machined aluminum with polycarbonate lens
6061 aircraft-grade aluminum with Type II MIL-SPEC anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday carry▣Outdoor activities▣Camping▣Hiking▣Hands-free use with pocket or hat clip
▣Everyday carry▣Professional inspection▣Electricians▣Mechanics▣First responders▣Outdoor enthusiasts
Common praise
✓Compact and lightweight✓Good brightness for size✓Rechargeable battery with USB charging✓Durable construction with IPX4 water resistance✓Includes pocket and hat clip for hands-free use
✓Compact and lightweight design✓Good value for price✓Reliable and sturdy build quality✓Consistent 100 lumens output✓Easy one-handed operation
Common complaints
⚠Limited runtime on high mode (1.5 hours)⚠No specified weight or dimensions for head/body diameter in some sources
⚠No built-in rechargeable option on AAA model⚠No pocket clip included with some sellers, clip removable⚠No electronic lockout to prevent accidental activation⚠No mode memory on power cycle⚠Limited water resistance (IPX4)