Comparison Console
Acebeam E70 vs Streamlight ProTac HL-X
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam E70 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 208% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E70 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E70 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E70 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 208% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E70 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 17500% 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$139Most expensive
US$124Cheapest
Weight
210 g (7.41 oz)Heaviest
176 g (6.21 oz)Lightest
Length
128.3 mm (5.05 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1300 lmLowest output
Max candela
12100 cdLowest candela
35000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
220 m (722 ft)Lowest
374 m (1227 ft)Highest
Max runtime
15840 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable (USB-C included)
SL-B26 USB rechargeable battery or 2x CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB-C via included battery
USB-C via battery pack
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (submersible 2 meters for 30 minutes)
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Stainless Steel
6000 series machined aircraft aluminum with Type II MIL-SPEC anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)SecuritySelf Defense
Duty UseTacticalEveryday CarryLaw Enforcement
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 Output With Good Beam DistanceMulti Fuel Flexibility Prevents Power LossDurable Aircraft Aluminum BodyTen Tap Programming Allows Mode Customization
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
Clip Quality Could Be BetterTailcap Switch Sometimes Mushy Compared To Competitors
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