Comparison Console
Acebeam E70-AL vs ThruNite TN12 V6
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam E70-AL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam E70-AL stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 136% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam E70-AL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E70-AL stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E70-AL stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 136% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E70-AL stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 271% 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$74.9Cheapest
US$80Most expensive
Weight
102 g (3.60 oz)Heaviest
87.5 g (3.09 oz)Lightest
Length
128.3 mm (5.05 in)Shortest
133.5 mm (5.26 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4600 lmHighest output
1950 lmLowest output
Max candela
14400 cdLowest candela
16800 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
240 m (787 ft)Lowest
259 m (850 ft)Highest
Max runtime
15840 minShortest runtime
58740 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 lithium-ion
1x 3400mAh 18650 rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB-C built-in port on battery, cable included
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aero grade aluminum, HAIII hard-anodized
Aircraft-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum, Type III anodized
Use case profile
Best for
EDCCampingAdventureSearch-and-rescueOutdoor enthusiastsSecurityIndustrial applications
EDCDutyCampingEmergenciesLaw enforcementSearch and rescue
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 brightness of 1950 lumensNo accidental pocket activation due to tail switch on/offGood runtime with multiple brightness modesUSB-C rechargeable with battery includedCompact and durable aircraft-grade aluminum buildWaterproof to IPX8 and impact resistant to 1.5 meters
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
Tint shift issues on beam color, especially in lower modesThe side switch cover may get loose if caught in pocketEmitter (SST-70) not ideal for maximum tint or throw extremes
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