Fenix SILVGLOW vs Streamlight MicroStream USB size comparison
The Streamlight MicroStream USB is 27.2 mm (1.07 in) longer than the Fenix SILVGLOW, and 0.7 mm wider at its widest point. It is 18 g lighter (with battery).
The Streamlight MicroStream USB is 27.2 mm (1.07 in) longer than the Fenix SILVGLOW, and 0.7 mm wider at its widest point. It is 18 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix SILVGLOW Check price ↗ | Streamlight MicroStream USB Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 70.8 mm (2.79 in) | 98 mm (3.86 in)+27.2 mm |
| Head / width | 14.3 mm (0.56 in) | 15 mm (0.59 in)+0.7 mm |
| Body | 14.3 mm (0.56 in) | 15 mm (0.59 in)+0.7 mm |
| Weight | 51.5 g with battery | 34 g with battery−18 g |
| Battery | AAA | Built-in |
| Max output | 100 lm | 250 lm |
| Throw | 54 m | — |
| Type | EDC limited edition | EDC |
| Price | $29.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $41.50 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Limited edition | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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SILVGLOW vs MicroStream USB: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix SILVGLOW is the shorter light: 70.8 mm (2.79 in) against 98 mm (3.86 in), a difference of 27.2 mm (28%). At its widest point the Fenix SILVGLOW is 0.7 mm slimmer (14.3 vs 15 mm). The Streamlight MicroStream USB is 18 g lighter (34 g vs 51.5 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Streamlight MicroStream USB is rated brighter: 250 lm maximum vs 100 lm for the Fenix SILVGLOW, 150% more.
Battery
The Fenix SILVGLOW runs on a removable AAA battery; the Streamlight MicroStream USB runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix SILVGLOW lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix SILVGLOW was $29.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Streamlight MicroStream USB $41.50 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix SILVGLOW cost $11.55 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix SILVGLOW if you want a shorter light (27.2 mm shorter) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Streamlight MicroStream USB if you want less weight (18 g lighter), more output (250 lm vs 100 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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SILVGLOW vs MicroStream USB FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix SILVGLOW or the Streamlight MicroStream USB?
The Fenix SILVGLOW is the shorter light: 70.8 mm (2.79 in) against 98 mm (3.86 in), a difference of 27.2 mm (28%). At its widest point the Fenix SILVGLOW is 0.7 mm slimmer (14.3 vs 15 mm). The Streamlight MicroStream USB is 18 g lighter (34 g vs 51.5 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix SILVGLOW or the Streamlight MicroStream USB?
The Streamlight MicroStream USB is rated brighter: 250 lm maximum vs 100 lm for the Fenix SILVGLOW, 150% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix SILVGLOW or the Streamlight MicroStream USB?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix SILVGLOW was $29.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Streamlight MicroStream USB $41.50 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix SILVGLOW cost $11.55 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix SILVGLOW and Streamlight MicroStream USB use the same battery?
The Fenix SILVGLOW runs on a removable AAA battery; the Streamlight MicroStream USB runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix SILVGLOW lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix SILVGLOW: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $29.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Streamlight MicroStream USB: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $41.50 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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