Comparison Console
Streamlight MicroStream vs Streamlight Stylus Pro USB
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 42% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stylus Pro USB stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stylus Pro USB stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stylus Pro USB stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stylus Pro USB stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 157% 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$72.99Most expensive
Weight
31.2 g (1.10 oz)Lightest
54 g (1.90 oz)Heaviest
Length
98.2 mm (3.87 in)Shortest
156 mm (6.14 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
250 lm
250 lm
Max candela
1150 cdLowest candela
2950 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
109 m (358 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 min
90 min
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Lithium Ion
Charging type
USB charging via included cable
USB cord or optional AC wall adapter
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Anodized machined aluminum with polycarbonate lens
Machined aluminum alloy case with Type II MIL-Spec anodized finish, glass lens gasket sealed
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesCampingHikingHands-free use with pocket or hat clip
Everyday carryWork useSituations requiring rechargeable compact pen light
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 size suitable for EDCRechargeable battery with USB charging convenienceDurable aluminum construction with anodized finishDual brightness modes with reliable runtime
Common complaints
Limited runtime on high mode (1.5 hours)No specified weight or dimensions for head/body diameter in some sources
Limited waterproof rating (IPX4)Relatively short max runtime on high mode (1.5 hours)USB port requires careful handling despite water resistance