Comparison Console
Acebeam E70-AL vs ThruNite BSS V4
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam E70-AL stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E70-AL stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E70-AL stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E70-AL stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E70-AL stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 79% 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$74.9Most expensive
US$59.95Cheapest
Weight
102 g (3.60 oz)Heaviest
98 g (3.46 oz)Lightest
Length
128.3 mm (5.05 in)Shortest
146.5 mm (5.77 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4600 lmHighest output
2523 lmLowest output
Max candela
14400 cdLowest candela
16887 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
240 m (787 ft)Lowest
260 m (853 ft)Highest
Max runtime
15840 minLongest runtime
8850 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 lithium-ion
1x 18650
Charging type
USB-C built-in port on battery, cable included
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aero grade aluminum, HAIII hard-anodized
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDCCampingAdventureSearch-and-rescueOutdoor enthusiastsSecurityIndustrial applications
Tactical useEDCWeapon mountingOutdoor activities
Common praise
High max output of 4600 lumensGood build quality with premium materialsConvenient rechargeable 21700 battery with USB-CIncludes useful accessories like pouch, spare O-rings, lanyardSolid runtime and throw performanceFeatures tritium slots for customization
High maximum output with 2523 lumensCompact size and lightweight for easy carryIncludes a comprehensive accessory kit with battery and mounting optionsIPX8 waterproof ratingSmooth reflector and versatile strike bezelGood thermal management and runtime
Common complaints
Inner sleeve color (blue) not matching brand colorsTube size causes slight rattle with flat top 21700 cellsTailcap not easily removable to charge batteryMode memory cannot be disabled
Uses micro-USB charging rather than the more modern USB-CTailcap design can make battery swaps somewhat inconvenientFriction-fit pocket clip only allows tail-end carryNo mounting option for the remote switch included
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