Comparison Console
Acebeam EC50 Gen II vs Acebeam L30
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 60% 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$119Cheapest
US$183.9Most expensive
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Lightest
168 g (5.93 oz)Heaviest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
162 mm (6.38 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmLowest output
4000 lmHighest output
Max candela
22800 cdLowest candela
34800 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
302 m (991 ft)Lowest
373 m (1224 ft)Highest
Max runtime
54000 minShortest runtime
86400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1*26650 rechargeable Li-ion
1x 21700 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
Micro-USB
USB charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
1.2 m (4 ft)
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium, Type III hard-anodized finish, toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating
Aircraft grade aluminium with Type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Compact EDC with high outputClose to 3000 lumens outputGood runtimeComfortable to holdOutdoor and home use
Tactical useWeapon mountingHuntingLaw enforcementSearch & RescueSelf-defenseOutdoor activities
Common praise
Very high output and brightnessBest UI and mode spacing among competitorsComfortable to hold and useDigitally regulated output for consistent brightnessGood beam profile balancing throw and floodIncludes convenient Moon Low modeWell made with quality materials
Exceptional max output and stabilityVersatile user interface combining tactical and utility modesGood build quality and precise machiningUSB charging capabilitySolid runtime at mid outputs
Common complaints
Slight pause between modes when cycling throughHolster is large and bulky relative to the flashlight
USB port flap can open in holster compromising waterproofingCool white tint has uneven beam and strong rainbow effectBody can get uncomfortably hot in higher modesNeeds 18650 adapter and spacer for battery usageToo large and heavy for casual pocket carry