Comparison Console
Acebeam EC90 vs Acebeam P17
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam P17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC90 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P17 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 85% 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$109.9Cheapest
US$119.9Most expensive
Weight
231 g (8.15 oz)Heaviest
227 g (8.01 oz)Lightest
Length
137.5 mm (5.41 in)Shortest
147 mm (5.79 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4300 lmLowest output
4900 lmHighest output
Max candela
82082 cdHighest candela
49506 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
573 m (1880 ft)Highest
445 m (1460 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15600 minShortest runtime
28800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
1×21700 rechargeable Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C on battery
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 with HAIII hard anodization
Use case profile
Best for
Long range illuminationEDCHands-free use on metal surfacesOutdoor activitiesSearchingEmergency use
Tactical useHuntingSearch and rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
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
High maximum output and throw distanceRugged and well-built with hard anodized aluminumDual tail-switch interface provides instant turbo and strobe accessLong maximum runtime on low modesIncludes rechargeable 21700 battery with USB-C charging port
Common complaints
Relatively heavy for an EDC flashlight at 231 gramsTurbo mode runtime limited to about 40 seconds before stepping down
No included holster or lanyardShort USB-C charging cableTailstand stability limited due to protruding tactical switch