Acebeam G10 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam G10 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 417% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Acebeam G10 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Most expensive
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Lightest
Acebeam G10 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Acebeam G10 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 417% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Acebeam G10 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4614% 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.
16340 USB-C rechargeable lithium-ion, compatible with CR123A
Built-in 1700mAh Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m/30min)
IP54
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
HAIII anodized A6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Stainless steel body with PVD titanium coating and carbon fiber composite frame
Use case profile
Best for
▣Tactical use▣Rail-mounted applications▣Users needing quick attach/detach without tools▣Use on Glock and Picatinny rails
▣Ultra-slim tactical EDC use▣Outdoor activities▣Professional use
Common praise
✓Compact and lightweight design✓Quick attach and release rail mount✓High output and long throw for its size✓Ambidextrous and stealthy switch✓Durable construction with high IP rating
✓Bright 3100 lumens output✓Long 305 meter beam throw✓Compact and lightweight design at 122g✓Informative OLED display✓Durable stainless steel construction with titanium coating✓USB-C fast rechargeable battery with long runtime up to 55 hours
Common complaints
⚠Short maximum runtime of 70 minutes⚠Limited to rail-mounted use, not a general handheld⚠Limited information on mode spacing and user interface
⚠Length and diameter dimensions not provided⚠Runtime varies by mode but maximum runtime only specified for lowest mode