Streamlight MacroStream USB vs Streamlight Wedge XT size comparison
The Streamlight Wedge XT is 6 mm (0.24 in) shorter than the Streamlight MacroStream USB, and 4 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Streamlight Wedge XT is 6 mm (0.24 in) shorter than the Streamlight MacroStream USB, and 4 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Streamlight MacroStream USB Check price ↗ | Streamlight Wedge XT Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 114 mm (4.49 in) | 108 mm (4.25 in)−6 mm |
| Head / width | 21 mm (0.83 in) | 25 mm (0.98 in)+4 mm |
| Body | 21 mm (0.83 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 15 mm (0.59 in) |
| Weight | 62 g listed | 74 g with battery |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 500 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | 90 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $71.20 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $109.10 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced Only body diameter listed | batteryjunction.com sourced Width 25 x height 15 mm |
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MacroStream USB vs Wedge XT: how they differ
Size and weight
The Streamlight Wedge XT is the shorter light: 108 mm (4.25 in) against 114 mm (4.49 in), a difference of 6 mm (5%). At its widest point the Streamlight MacroStream USB is 4 mm slimmer (21 vs 25 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Streamlight MacroStream USB: 62 g listed; Streamlight Wedge XT: 74 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
Both are rated at 500 lm maximum output.
Battery
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Streamlight MacroStream USB was $71.20 at batteryjunction.com and the Streamlight Wedge XT from $109.10 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight MacroStream USB cost $37.90 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Streamlight MacroStream USB if you want a slimmer profile (4 mm narrower). Choose the Streamlight Wedge XT if you want a shorter light (6 mm shorter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Streamlight MacroStream USB Check price ↗ Streamlight Wedge XT
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MacroStream USB vs Wedge XT FAQ
Which is smaller, the Streamlight MacroStream USB or the Streamlight Wedge XT?
The Streamlight Wedge XT is the shorter light: 108 mm (4.25 in) against 114 mm (4.49 in), a difference of 6 mm (5%). At its widest point the Streamlight MacroStream USB is 4 mm slimmer (21 vs 25 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Streamlight MacroStream USB: 62 g listed; Streamlight Wedge XT: 74 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Streamlight MacroStream USB or the Streamlight Wedge XT?
Both are rated at 500 lm maximum output.
Which is cheaper, the Streamlight MacroStream USB or the Streamlight Wedge XT?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Streamlight MacroStream USB was $71.20 at batteryjunction.com and the Streamlight Wedge XT from $109.10 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight MacroStream USB cost $37.90 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Streamlight MacroStream USB and Streamlight Wedge XT use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
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Sources
- Streamlight MacroStream USB: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $71.20 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Streamlight Wedge XT: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price from $109.10 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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