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Acebeam EC60 vs Nitecore P17iX
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore P17iX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P17iX stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P17iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC60 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC60 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC60 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC60 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 800% 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$136.9Most expensive
US$126.44Cheapest
Weight
132 g (4.66 oz)Heaviest
101 g (3.56 oz)Lightest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
140 mm (5.51 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
90800 cdHighest candela
27225 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
603 m (1978 ft)Highest
330 m (1083 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
54000 minLongest runtime
6000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 26650 rechargeable lithium-ion
1 x Nitecore 21700 i Series Li-ion rechargeable (NL2155HPi 5,500mAh)
Charging type
Micro USB integrated charging (2 Amp)
USB-C 18W fast charging (QC/PD)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with premium Type III hard-anodized finish
7075-T6 aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarrySearch And RescueSecurityPoliceOutdoorsHunting
Tactical And Duty UseLaw EnforcementMilitarySearch And RescueOutdoor And Professional Lighting
Common praise
High Maximum Output Of 2000 LumensVery Long Beam Distance Of 603 MetersDurable Aerospace Grade Aluminum ConstructionIntegrated Fast USB Charging With 2 Amp CurrentComprehensive Accessory Package Including Holster And High Capacity BatteryRegulated Output And Temperature ControlGood Runtime On Low Modes Up To 900 Hours On Moonlight
Exceptional Brightness And Beam ThrowVersatile Beam Pattern OptionsRobust And Durable ConstructionProgrammable Buttons Provide Operational FlexibilityLong Battery Runtime With Fast USB C Charging
Common complaints
Only Available In Cool White (6500k) Color TemperatureMode Cycling Speed Is Slower Than Some CompetitorsStandby Current Due To Electronic SwitchCannot Cycle Modes Directly From TurboSome Users Find Switch Click Too Sensitive
Battery And Accessories Excluded From Weight; Actual Carry Weight HigherComplexity Of Multiple Modes May Require Learning
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