Nitecore MT1A Pro vs Streamlight MicroStream USB size comparison
The Streamlight MicroStream USB is 5 mm (0.20 in) longer than the Nitecore MT1A Pro, and 4.8 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 18 g lighter (with battery).
The Streamlight MicroStream USB is 5 mm (0.20 in) longer than the Nitecore MT1A Pro, and 4.8 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 18 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Nitecore MT1A Pro Check price ↗ | Streamlight MicroStream USB Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 93 mm (3.66 in) | 98 mm (3.86 in)+5 mm |
| Head / width | 19.8 mm (0.78 in) | 15 mm (0.59 in)−4.8 mm |
| Body | 17.3 mm (0.68 in) | 15 mm (0.59 in)−2.3 mm |
| Tail | 19.6 mm (0.77 in) | — |
| Weight | 52 g with battery | 34 g with battery−18 g |
| Battery | 14500 / AA | Built-in |
| Max output | 800 lm | 250 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $41.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $41.50 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed 3.66" / head 0.78" / tube 0.68" / tail 0.77", 1.83 oz; converted | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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MT1A Pro vs MicroStream USB: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore MT1A Pro is the shorter light: 93 mm (3.66 in) against 98 mm (3.86 in), a difference of 5 mm (5%). At its widest point the Streamlight MicroStream USB is 4.8 mm slimmer (15 vs 19.8 mm). The Streamlight MicroStream USB is 18 g lighter (34 g vs 52 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore MT1A Pro is rated brighter: 800 lm maximum vs 250 lm for the Streamlight MicroStream USB, 220% more.
Battery
The Nitecore MT1A Pro runs on removable 14500 / AA batteries; the Streamlight MicroStream USB runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Nitecore MT1A Pro lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore MT1A Pro was $41.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Streamlight MicroStream USB $41.50 at batteryjunction.com. 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 Nitecore MT1A Pro if you want a shorter light (5 mm shorter), more output (800 lm vs 250 lm) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Streamlight MicroStream USB if you want a slimmer profile (4.8 mm narrower), less weight (18 g lighter) 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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MT1A Pro vs MicroStream USB FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore MT1A Pro or the Streamlight MicroStream USB?
The Nitecore MT1A Pro is the shorter light: 93 mm (3.66 in) against 98 mm (3.86 in), a difference of 5 mm (5%). At its widest point the Streamlight MicroStream USB is 4.8 mm slimmer (15 vs 19.8 mm). The Streamlight MicroStream USB is 18 g lighter (34 g vs 52 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Nitecore MT1A Pro or the Streamlight MicroStream USB?
The Nitecore MT1A Pro is rated brighter: 800 lm maximum vs 250 lm for the Streamlight MicroStream USB, 220% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore MT1A Pro or the Streamlight MicroStream USB?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore MT1A Pro was $41.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Streamlight MicroStream USB $41.50 at batteryjunction.com. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore MT1A Pro and Streamlight MicroStream USB use the same battery?
The Nitecore MT1A Pro runs on removable 14500 / AA batteries; the Streamlight MicroStream USB runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Nitecore MT1A Pro lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Nitecore MT1A Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Price $41.95 from nitecorestore.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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