Comparison Console
Acebeam EC90 vs Acebeam P16
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam P16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC90 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 139% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam P16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 139% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1082% 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$109.9Most expensive
US$84.9Cheapest
Weight
231 g (8.15 oz)Heaviest
156.2 g (5.51 oz)Lightest
Length
137.5 mm (5.41 in)Longest
131.2 mm (5.17 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4300 lmHighest output
1800 lmLowest output
Max candela
82082 cdHighest candela
58564 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
573 m (1880 ft)Highest
484 m (1588 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
1320 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (USB-C included) compatible with 2 x CR123/RCR123
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Long range illuminationEDCHands-free use on metal surfacesOutdoor activitiesSearchingEmergency use
Tactical useLaw enforcementEmergency situationsEveryday carry (EDC)
Common praise
Very high lumen output and impressive beam throwMagnetic tail cap enables convenient hands-free usageUSB-C fast charging with battery level indicatorSolid build quality and durable constructionTwo-way pocket clip for flexible carry optionsNo PWM flicker on output modes
Long throw distance of 484 meters with a focused beamRugged and impact-resistant buildEasy and intuitive dual tail switch interfaceStable output and versatile brightness levelsIncluded rechargeable battery and USB-C charging
Common complaints
Relatively heavy for an EDC flashlight at 231 gramsTurbo mode runtime limited to about 40 seconds before stepping down
No LED replacement service from manufacturer