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Acebeam H17 2.0 vs Acebeam H30

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam H30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam H30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam H30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam H30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 18% 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.

Acebeam H17 2.0 — Beam distance: 128 m (420 ft)Acebeam H17 2.0 — Max candela: 4096 cdAcebeam H17 2.0 — Weight: 73 g (2.57 oz)Acebeam H17 2.0 — Length: 79 mm (3.11 in)Acebeam H17 2.0 — Retail price: US$60Acebeam H17 2.0 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Acebeam H30 — Beam distance: 208 m (682 ft)Acebeam H30 — Max candela: 10800 cdAcebeam H30 — Weight: 190 g (6.70 oz)Acebeam H30 — Length: 89.4 mm (3.52 in)Acebeam H30 — Retail price: US$119.16Acebeam H30 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$60Cheapest
US$119.16Most expensive
Weight
73 g (2.57 oz)Lightest
190 g (6.70 oz)Heaviest
Length
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
89.4 mm (3.52 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmLowest output
4000 lmHighest output
Max candela
4096 cdLowest candela
10800 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
208 m (682 ft)Highest
Max runtime
10200 minShortest runtime
12000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18350 USB-C Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
1 x 21700 Li-ion (5100mAh) included, compatible with 1 x 18650
Charging type
USB-C, 5V 1.5A fast charging, about 1 hour full charge
USB-C (2A charging current)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible for 30 minutes)
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive and corrosion-resistant finish
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with type III hard anodised anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Night Running And Jogging▣Camping And Hiking▣Outdoor Work And Repairs▣Tactical And Emergency Use▣Everyday Carry For High Cri Lighting Needs
▣Search And Rescue▣Mining▣Exploration▣Outdoor Activities▣Hunting▣Crime Scene Investigation
Common praise
✓High Cri 4000k Neutral White Leds Provide Natural, Comfortable Light Suitable For Long Use✓Compact And Lightweight Design (73g) With Included Rechargeable 18350 Battery✓Fast USB C Charging With Full Charge In About 1 Hour✓Multiple Modes Including Six Brightness Levels, Strobe, SOS, Beacon, And Stepless Dimming✓Durable Aerospace Grade Aluminum Body With Excellent Waterproof And Impact Resistance✓Convenient Magnetic Tailcap And Versatile Clip For Many Carry Options✓Very Long Runtime In Moonlight Mode (up To 170 Hours)
✓Very Powerful Light Output With Good Throw✓Versatile Lighting Options With Multiple LED Colors✓Long Runtime On Low Modes✓Durable And Waterproof Construction✓USB C Charging With Fast Charge And Power Bank Function✓Reflective And Comfortable Headband Design
Common complaints
⚠Turbo Runtime On Max Output Limited To About 30 Seconds Before Stepping Down⚠No Detailed Specification For Exact Switch Type In Sources⚠Not Suitable For Users Requiring Very Long Maximum Output Turbo Runtime Without Steps Down
⚠Mounting Brackets Prone To Breakage⚠Battery Life Not As Long As Expected Under Heavy Use⚠Non Adjustable Beam Focus⚠Headlamp Can Slip Off In Some Uses⚠Replacement Parts For Mounting Bracket Can Be Hard To Find

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