Comparison Console
Streamlight MicroStream vs ThruNite T1
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 56% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 500% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite T1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 129% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 500% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 833% 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$47.95Most expensive
US$45.95Cheapest
Weight
31.2 g (1.10 oz)Lightest
71.5 g (2.52 oz)Heaviest
Length
98.2 mm (3.87 in)Longest
69.5 mm (2.74 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
250 lmLowest output
1500 lmHighest output
Max candela
1150 cdLowest candela
2600 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
102 m (335 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
840 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
1x 18350 rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Charging type
USB charging via included cable
USB Micro-USB port (charging cable included)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Anodized machined aluminum with polycarbonate lens
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesCampingHikingHands-free use with pocket or hat clip
Everyday carry (EDC)Compact portable illuminationHands-free use via magnetic tailcap or clip
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 lightweight designPowerful 1500 lumen output with balanced beamUSB rechargeable with included 1100mAh batteryMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useMultiple modes including stepless dimming and strobeGood build quality with anodized aluminum bodyIPX8 water resistance
Common complaints
Limited runtime on high mode (1.5 hours)No specified weight or dimensions for head/body diameter in some sources
Turbo mode sustains max output only about 3 minutes before stepping downClip design requires two-handed operation to attachLower modes exhibit some green tint shift (older CW variants)Charging current conservative (around 0.5A)TIR optic with plastic lens may scratch over time
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