Streamlight MicroStream USB vs Streamlight Wedge XT size comparison
The Streamlight Wedge XT is 10 mm (0.39 in) longer than the Streamlight MicroStream USB, and 10 mm wider at its widest point. It is 40 g heavier (with battery).
The Streamlight Wedge XT is 10 mm (0.39 in) longer than the Streamlight MicroStream USB, and 10 mm wider at its widest point. It is 40 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Streamlight MicroStream USB Check price ↗ | Streamlight Wedge XT Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 98 mm (3.86 in) | 108 mm (4.25 in)+10 mm |
| Head / width | 15 mm (0.59 in) | 25 mm (0.98 in)+10 mm |
| Body | 15 mm (0.59 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 15 mm (0.59 in) |
| Weight | 34 g with battery | 74 g with battery+40 g |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 250 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $41.50 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $109.10 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Width 25 x height 15 mm |
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MicroStream USB vs Wedge XT: how they differ
Size and weight
The Streamlight MicroStream USB is the shorter light: 98 mm (3.86 in) against 108 mm (4.25 in), a difference of 10 mm (9%). At its widest point the Streamlight MicroStream USB is 10 mm slimmer (15 vs 25 mm). The Streamlight MicroStream USB is 40 g lighter (34 g vs 74 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Streamlight Wedge XT is rated brighter: 500 lm maximum vs 250 lm for the Streamlight MicroStream USB, 100% more.
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 MicroStream USB was $41.50 at batteryjunction.com and the Streamlight Wedge XT from $109.10 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight MicroStream USB cost $67.60 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 MicroStream USB if you want a shorter light (10 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (10 mm narrower) and less weight (40 g lighter). Choose the Streamlight Wedge XT if you want more output (500 lm vs 250 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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MicroStream USB vs Wedge XT FAQ
Which is smaller, the Streamlight MicroStream USB or the Streamlight Wedge XT?
The Streamlight MicroStream USB is the shorter light: 98 mm (3.86 in) against 108 mm (4.25 in), a difference of 10 mm (9%). At its widest point the Streamlight MicroStream USB is 10 mm slimmer (15 vs 25 mm). The Streamlight MicroStream USB is 40 g lighter (34 g vs 74 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Streamlight MicroStream USB or the Streamlight Wedge XT?
The Streamlight Wedge XT is rated brighter: 500 lm maximum vs 250 lm for the Streamlight MicroStream USB, 100% more.
Which is cheaper, the Streamlight MicroStream USB or the Streamlight Wedge XT?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Streamlight MicroStream USB was $41.50 at batteryjunction.com and the Streamlight Wedge XT from $109.10 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight MicroStream USB cost $67.60 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Streamlight MicroStream 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 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.
- 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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