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Acebeam E70 vs Acebeam P18

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

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Acebeam E70 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P18 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P18 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam P18 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam E70 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam E70 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam P18 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam E70 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam P18 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, 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 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam P18 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% 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 lumens: 4000 lmAcebeam P18 — Beam distance: 629 m (2064 ft)Acebeam P18 — Max candela: 98910 cdAcebeam P18 — Weight: 256 g (9.03 oz)Acebeam P18 — Length: 145 mm (5.71 in)Acebeam P18 — Retail price: US$129.9Acebeam P18 — Max lumens: 5000 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$139Most expensive
US$129.9Cheapest
Weight
210 g (7.41 oz)Lightest
256 g (9.03 oz)Heaviest
Length
128.3 mm (5.05 in)Shortest
145 mm (5.71 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
12100 cdLowest candela
98910 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
220 m (722 ft)Lowest
629 m (2064 ft)Highest
Max runtime
15840 minShortest runtime
31680 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable (USB-C included)
21700 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB-C via included battery
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (submersible 2 meters for 30 minutes)
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Stainless Steel
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)SecuritySelf defense
Tactical useProfessional useSecurityLaw enforcementHuntingLong range illumination
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
High brightness and long rangeRobust and high-quality constructionIntuitive dual tail switch interfaceEffective tactical and daily modesIncluded high-capacity rechargeable 21700 battery
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
Multi-LED design may be less efficient than single-LED for extended runtimesSome users reported battery drain issues if not frequently usedUSB-C cable length criticized as shortNo included holster or lanyard