Streamlight MacroStream USB vs SureFire EDCL1-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL1-T is about the same length as the Streamlight MacroStream USB, and 7.6 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
The SureFire EDCL1-T is about the same length as the Streamlight MacroStream USB, and 7.6 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 ↗ | SureFire EDCL1-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 114 mm (4.49 in) | 114.3 mm (4.50 in)+0.3 mm |
| Head / width | 21 mm (0.83 in) | 28.6 mm (1.12 in)+7.6 mm |
| Body | 21 mm (0.83 in) | — |
| Weight | 62 g listed | 93.6 g with battery |
| Battery | Built-in | CR123A |
| Max output | 500 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | 90 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $71.20 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced Only body diameter listed | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed |
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MacroStream USB vs EDCL1-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The Streamlight MacroStream USB and SureFire EDCL1-T are the same length to within half a millimetre (114 mm (4.49 in)). At its widest point the Streamlight MacroStream USB is 7.6 mm slimmer (21 vs 28.6 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Streamlight MacroStream USB: 62 g listed; SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
Both are rated at 500 lm maximum output.
Battery
The Streamlight MacroStream USB runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the SureFire EDCL1-T runs on a removable CR123A battery. Only the SureFire EDCL1-T 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 SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight MacroStream USB cost $143.80 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 (7.6 mm narrower) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the SureFire EDCL1-T if you want 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 ↗ SureFire EDCL1-T
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MacroStream USB vs EDCL1-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Streamlight MacroStream USB or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Streamlight MacroStream USB and SureFire EDCL1-T are the same length to within half a millimetre (114 mm (4.49 in)). At its widest point the Streamlight MacroStream USB is 7.6 mm slimmer (21 vs 28.6 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Streamlight MacroStream USB: 62 g listed; SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Streamlight MacroStream USB or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
Both are rated at 500 lm maximum output.
Which is cheaper, the Streamlight MacroStream USB or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Streamlight MacroStream USB was $71.20 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight MacroStream USB cost $143.80 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Streamlight MacroStream USB and SureFire EDCL1-T use the same battery?
The Streamlight MacroStream USB runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the SureFire EDCL1-T runs on a removable CR123A battery. Only the SureFire EDCL1-T 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. Price $71.20 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- SureFire EDCL1-T: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $215.00 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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