Acebeam Pokelit AA vs Streamlight MicroStream USB size comparison
The Streamlight MicroStream USB is 3 mm (0.12 in) longer than the Acebeam Pokelit AA, and 3 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Streamlight MicroStream USB is 3 mm (0.12 in) longer than the Acebeam Pokelit AA, and 3 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Acebeam Pokelit AA Check price ↗ | Streamlight MicroStream USB Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 95 mm (3.74 in) | 98 mm (3.86 in)+3 mm |
| Head / width | 18 mm (0.71 in) | 15 mm (0.59 in)−3 mm |
| Body | 18 mm (0.71 in) | 15 mm (0.59 in)−3 mm |
| Weight | 54 g listed | 34 g with battery |
| Battery | 14500 / AA | Built-in |
| Max output | 500 lm | 250 lm |
| Throw | 86 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | not verified yet | $41.50 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced Aluminum version | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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Pokelit AA vs MicroStream USB: how they differ
Size and weight
The Acebeam Pokelit AA is the shorter light: 95 mm (3.74 in) against 98 mm (3.86 in), a difference of 3 mm (3%). At its widest point the Streamlight MicroStream USB is 3 mm slimmer (15 vs 18 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Acebeam Pokelit AA: 54 g listed; Streamlight MicroStream USB: 34 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Acebeam Pokelit AA is rated brighter: 500 lm maximum vs 250 lm for the Streamlight MicroStream USB, 100% more.
Battery
The Acebeam Pokelit AA runs on removable 14500 / AA batteries; the Streamlight MicroStream USB runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Acebeam Pokelit AA lets you swap in a charged spare.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Acebeam Pokelit AA if you want a shorter light (3 mm shorter), more output (500 lm vs 250 lm) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Streamlight MicroStream USB if you want a slimmer profile (3 mm narrower) 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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Pokelit AA vs MicroStream USB FAQ
Which is smaller, the Acebeam Pokelit AA or the Streamlight MicroStream USB?
The Acebeam Pokelit AA is the shorter light: 95 mm (3.74 in) against 98 mm (3.86 in), a difference of 3 mm (3%). At its widest point the Streamlight MicroStream USB is 3 mm slimmer (15 vs 18 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Acebeam Pokelit AA: 54 g listed; Streamlight MicroStream USB: 34 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Acebeam Pokelit AA or the Streamlight MicroStream USB?
The Acebeam Pokelit AA is rated brighter: 500 lm maximum vs 250 lm for the Streamlight MicroStream USB, 100% more.
Do the Acebeam Pokelit AA and Streamlight MicroStream USB use the same battery?
The Acebeam Pokelit AA runs on removable 14500 / AA batteries; the Streamlight MicroStream USB runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Acebeam Pokelit AA lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Acebeam Pokelit AA: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. No verified price yet.
- 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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