Comparison Console
Acebeam D30 vs Acebeam T27
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam T27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T27 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam D30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 124% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam T27 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam D30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam D30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 125% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T27 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam D30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 124% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam D30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T27 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 14300% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$189.9Most expensive
US$159.9Cheapest
Weight
517 g (18.24 oz)Heaviest
229.5 g (8.10 oz)Lightest
Length
267.9 mm (10.55 in)Longest
174.7 mm (6.88 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5600 lmHighest output
2500 lmLowest output
Max candela
528529 cdHighest candela
348000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1454 m (4770 ft)Highest
1180 m (3871 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
300 minShortest runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 21700 rechargeable USB-C batteries
1x 21700 5100mAh rechargeable lithium ion battery (included); also compatible with 1x18650 battery with adapter or 2x CR123 batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Unknown
IPX8 (5 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with hard anodization
Aircraft grade aluminum body with premium Type III hard anodized anti-abrasive finish, stainless steel strike bezel, ultra-clear tempered glass lens with anti-reflective coating
Use case profile
Best for
Professional deep-sea divingUnderwater marine explorationNavigating murky waters
Long-range tactical useHuntingSearch & RescueMilitary and Law EnforcementMountaineeringCampingFirst AidConstructionAdventureSelf-defence
Common praise
High brightness with focused beam for underwater useLong maximum runtime with battery swap capabilityDurable, corrosion-resistant design suitable for saltwaterIntuitive side switch allows easy one-handed operationWaterproof with triple o-rings and 1.5m impact resistance
Impressive throw and tight beam for long distance spottingGood balance and lightweight for its sizeWell made with durable materials and finishReliable battery life with included 21700 batteryFast USB-C charging and power bank function
Common complaints
Mostly specialized for diving; less suited as general EDC flashlight
Beam may be too focused for close-up tasks