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Acebeam E70 vs Acebeam L30 Gen II

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 491% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam E70 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam E70 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam E70 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 491% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Acebeam E70 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 26% 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.

Acebeam E70 — Beam distance: 220 m (722 ft)Acebeam E70 — Max candela: 12100 cdAcebeam E70 — Weight: 210 g (7.41 oz)Acebeam E70 — Length: 128.3 mm (5.05 in)Acebeam E70 — Retail price: US$139Acebeam E70 — Max runtime: 15840 minAcebeam L30 Gen II — Beam distance: 373 m (1224 ft)Acebeam L30 Gen II — Max candela: 34800 cdAcebeam L30 Gen II — Weight: 168 g (5.93 oz)Acebeam L30 Gen II — Length: 162 mm (6.38 in)Acebeam L30 Gen II — Retail price: US$126.4Acebeam L30 Gen II — Max runtime: 93600 minBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax runtime
Price & carry
Retail price
US$139Most expensive
US$126.4Cheapest
Weight
210 g (7.41 oz)Heaviest
168 g (5.93 oz)Lightest
Length
128.3 mm (5.05 in)Shortest
162 mm (6.38 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lm
4000 lm
Max candela
12100 cdLowest candela
34800 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
220 m (722 ft)Lowest
373 m (1224 ft)Highest
Max runtime
15840 minShortest runtime
93600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable (USB-C included)
1x 21700 / 1x 18650 / 2x CR123
Charging type
USB-C via included battery
Micro USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (submersible 2 meters for 30 minutes)
IPX-8 (5 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.2 m (4 ft)
Material
Stainless Steel
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)SecuritySelf defense
Tactical useWeapon mountingLaw enforcementSelf-defenceHuntingSearch & RescueOutdoor activities
Common praise
High build quality and machiningGood beam pattern with flood and defined hotspotConvenient double-click-to-on UI reduces accidental activationIncludes USB-C rechargeable batteryExcellent runtime performance, exceeding specificationsGood heft and feel for those who want a beefy lightTailstand capabilityAnti-abrasive coating
Very bright output with good throw distanceRobust build quality and durable materialsConvenient dual-switch interfaceReliable and long runtime with 21700 batteryGood color rendition with 5000K LED
Common complaints
Heavier weight due to stainless steel constructionLonger battery required limits cell compatibilityNo USB-C charging port on the flashlight body itself, charging via battery onlyLanyard hard to reattach
Can get hot at higher output levelsHeavier weight without battery