Streamlight 66320 MacroStream USB 500-Lumen 2000 Candela Rechargeable EDC Compact LED Flashlight with USB Cable, Black

I do not usually write reviews, but this one needed a 5 star. I bought this before a trip to Mexico just in case and I ended up using it in a Cenote (natural sinkhole) and I was skeptical if it would be able to handle being underwater for 1 hour. However, to my surprise it performed perfectly and lit up the cave which helped us explore our surroundings. My tour guide was so impressed that he wanted to know what kind of flashlight it was and how it was stronger than three of his flashlights combined. The build quality is excellent and feels really good in the hand also. The button also feels really nice to click and tap.

I have the original Streamlight Microstream that uses a single AAA battery and have been using it for years, with rechargeable AAA batteries. I was tempted to get the newest version that has a built-in rechargeable battery and micro USB port for charging but the only downside of the Microstream is its fairly short run time due to its small size. More times than not when I went to use it it would run out of power right in the middle of whatever I was doing. But then I saw the newer Macrostream and knew it would be the perfect replacement because it's only slightly larger and has considerably longer run time, and has the built-in micro USB charging port. I noticed some people complaining that it didn't have a USB type C charging port and I get it, but I don't think it's worth taking a star off just for that. It's nice that it's brighter but I wasn't really concerned about the light output since most uses for a flashlight around the house doesn't require anything super bright, just bright enough to see what you are doing, I was more interested in increased run time. I purchased some Streamlight headlamps in the past and was disappointed that the actual run time was much shorter than what was advertised. So I was pleasantly surprised when the run time on low for the Macrostream ended up being about 8 1/2 hours when I tested it and they claim 8 hours so nice work there. It has the typical solid build quality that I've come to expect from Streamlight and love the pocket clip that allows me to use it as a headlamp with a baseball cap, that has come in handy many times when it was much more convenient to have a hands-free light pointing right where I needed it.So even though the Microstream is smaller, this is still plenty compact and with its longer run time, to me it's the perfect everyday carry (EDC) flashlight for use in and around the house.

This is a great little flashlight. I bought 2 of them and misplaced one for 4 months in my car in hot to freezing conditions and it held a full charge the entire time. My other one I have carried and used almost every day and I only recharge it every 2 weeks or so just to be safe. The 2 brightness settings are great and the bright setting is usually too bright so that also adds to the longevity of the battery life. The light is lightweight and the clip hold well on a pocket. I can’t really think of a con to the light except for maybe the price but they are nice, lightweight, sturdy and they work well over and over.

Extremely bright, low power mode is bright enough and saves a ton of battery. Only real issue I have is it flickers like something is loose, and it gets hot if it’s on for a while. I would most likely send it back if I didn’t use it every day at work. Not sure if I just got a bad one, but it doesn’t completely quit on me just a random flickerEdit: had to change my opinion, it’s already completely died on me. Lasted about 3 weeks. I have flashlights that were a third of the price still working after years of use

Purchased the macrostream 4 months ago for 60USD total from Amazon with free shipping. Used the flashlight everyday at work until it stopped working today. Flashlight was one of the best edc flashlights I had used in a while. I found the momentary on and high low settings very easy and quick to use. The clip was very strong and has great pocket retention, sometimes after work I would mow 2 acres of bumpy hilly terrain and it would be there every time. The double sided clip allowed me to easily draw from pocket and clip it onto my hat for hands free use or sometimes even nearby wires, cables, sheet metal. The high mode was blinding for self defense and the low mode was perfect for inspection. The battery life was better than most and would last all day most of the time. Having one extra battery on hand would eliminate any battery life complaints, I did not carry one though. I dropped this flashlight A LOT no exaggeration, several times a week at well over the 1 meter shock test. Over the past week it started to flicker and I would have to tap it to get it to stay on. Eventually it stopped working. I took it apart and found that the led was shot. Overall I was very impressed with this flashlight and if taken care of I’m sure it will last the 30,000 hours /3.4yrs the led is projected to last. I will be purchasing a new one from streamlight on Amazon today and will try not to drop it.

This review is for Streamlight 66320 MacroStream USB 500-Lumen Rechargeable Compact Flashlight. I have purchased multiple Streamlight flashlights over the years, and I have always been very happy with their performance. This flashlight is no exception. It has a strong light output, pretty compact design, durable housing, and quality clip. I also like that the charging port is in the case, so the battery does not have to be removed to charge. I do wish it was USB-C for charging though. In this day and age there is no reason for devices to not be USB-C anymore. Everything else about the flashlight is excellent though.

This is my boyfriends favorite flashlight to carry around with him! He has spent hundreds and hundreds of dollars on more expensive ones but this one is just the right size, lumens, battery, etc! Only problem is I have to buy him another about every 6 months because he always loses them lol