Comparison Console
Acebeam EC65 vs Streamlight ProTac 1L
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight ProTac 1L stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac 1L stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1043% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight ProTac 1L stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1043% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 244% 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$119.5Most expensive
US$89.85Cheapest
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Heaviest
71 g (2.50 oz)Lightest
Length
114.5 mm (4.51 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
350 lmLowest output
Max candela
16600 cdHighest candela
6400 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
258 m (846 ft)Highest
160 m (525 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
244 minShortest runtime
840 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion (included), compatible with 18650 and 2xCR123 using adapter
CR123A lithium, AA alkaline, or AA lithium
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
Waterproof under water 5 meters
IPX7 waterproof to 1 meter for 30 minutes
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Anodized aluminum with impact resistant tempered glass lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Outdoor UseTactical Applications
Everyday CarryLaw EnforcementSecurityMilitarySporting GoodsHardware/tool UseGeneral Personal Use
Common praise
Very Bright And Long Range BeamCompact And Lightweight For EDCFast USB C ChargingSolid Build Quality With Good GripIncludes Rechargeable High Capacity Battery
Compact SizeDual Fuel Battery FlexibilityHigh Lumen OutputDurable Aluminum ConstructionProgrammable ModesWaterproof And Impact Resistant
Common complaints
Gets Very Hot On Turbo Mode With Short RuntimeTurbo Mode Steps Down After 1 MinuteTailcap Spring May Rattle Without Battery
Not RechargeablePerformance Depends On Battery TypeLimited Information On Exact Dimensions Beyond Length
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