Streamlight MacroStream USB vs Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA size comparison
The Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA is 6 mm (0.24 in) shorter than the Streamlight MacroStream USB, and 3 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA is 6 mm (0.24 in) shorter than the Streamlight MacroStream USB, and 3 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Streamlight MacroStream USB Check price ↗ | Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 114 mm (4.49 in) | 108 mm (4.25 in)−6 mm |
| Head / width | 21 mm (0.83 in) | 24 mm (0.94 in)+3 mm |
| Body | 21 mm (0.83 in) | 22 mm (0.87 in)+1 mm |
| Weight | 62 g listed | 71 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | CR123A / AA |
| Max output | 500 lm | 350 lm |
| Throw | 90 m | 105 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $71.20 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $56.45 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced Only body diameter listed | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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MacroStream USB vs ProTac 1L-1AA: how they differ
Size and weight
The Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA 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 3 mm slimmer (21 vs 24 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Streamlight MacroStream USB: 62 g listed; Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA: 71 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Streamlight MacroStream USB is rated brighter: 500 lm maximum vs 350 lm for the Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA, 43% more. For beam distance the Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA reaches further: 105 m vs 90 m rated throw (17% more).
Battery
The Streamlight MacroStream USB runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA runs on removable CR123A / AA batteries. Only the Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Streamlight MacroStream USB was $71.20 at batteryjunction.com and the Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA $56.45 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA cost $14.75 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 Streamlight MacroStream USB if you want a slimmer profile (3 mm narrower), more output (500 lm vs 350 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA if you want a shorter light (6 mm shorter), longer throw (105 m vs 90 m) and a removable cell you can swap. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Streamlight MacroStream USB Check price ↗ Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA
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MacroStream USB vs ProTac 1L-1AA FAQ
Which is smaller, the Streamlight MacroStream USB or the Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA?
The Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA 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 3 mm slimmer (21 vs 24 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Streamlight MacroStream USB: 62 g listed; Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA: 71 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Streamlight MacroStream USB or the Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA?
The Streamlight MacroStream USB is rated brighter: 500 lm maximum vs 350 lm for the Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA, 43% more. For beam distance the Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA reaches further: 105 m vs 90 m rated throw (17% more).
Which is cheaper, the Streamlight MacroStream USB or the Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Streamlight MacroStream USB was $71.20 at batteryjunction.com and the Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA $56.45 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA cost $14.75 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Streamlight MacroStream USB and Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA use the same battery?
The Streamlight MacroStream USB runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA runs on removable CR123A / AA batteries. Only the Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Streamlight MacroStream USB: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $71.20 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $56.45 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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