Comparison Console
Acebeam H17 2.0 vs Acebeam UC15
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam UC15 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam UC15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Acebeam UC15 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC15 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC15 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 270% 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$60Most expensive
US$59.9Cheapest
Weight
73 g (2.57 oz)Heaviest
39 g (1.38 oz)Lightest
Length
79 mm (3.11 in)Longest
66.1 mm (2.60 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
4096 cdHighest candela
3100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
128 m (420 ft)Highest
111 m (364 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
10200 minLongest runtime
2760 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18350 USB-C Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
2 x AAA or 2 x 10440 lithium ion
Charging type
USB-C, 5V 1.5A fast charging, about 1 hour full charge
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Unknown
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible for 30 minutes)
IP54
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
Aircraft grade aluminum with premium type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Night running and joggingCamping and hikingOutdoor work and repairsTactical and emergency useEveryday carry for high-CRI lighting needs
Keychain useEDCHikingReadingSearchingInspection with UV and red light
Common praise
High CRI 4000K neutral white LEDs provide natural, comfortable light suitable for long useCompact and lightweight design (73g) with included rechargeable 18350 batteryFast USB-C charging with full charge in about 1 hourMultiple modes including six brightness levels, strobe, SOS, beacon, and stepless dimmingDurable aerospace-grade aluminum body with excellent waterproof and impact resistanceConvenient magnetic tailcap and versatile clip for many carry optionsVery long runtime in moonlight mode (up to 170 hours)
High output in a compact keychain formatMultiple LEDs including UV and red for versatile useSolid build quality with aircraft grade aluminumIntuitive single-button user interface for white modesLow-voltage protection for NiMH and Li-ion batteriesReliable performance and good driver efficiency
Common complaints
Turbo runtime on max output limited to about 30 seconds before stepping downNo detailed specification for exact switch type in sourcesNot suitable for users requiring very long maximum output turbo runtime without steps down
Silicon switch wears out quicklyAccess to secondary emitters (red and UV) is slow and complicatedLowest white mode is relatively bright; no true moonlight for dark adaptationNot waterproof beyond IP54 splash resistanceThermal design may limit higher mode performanceSingle button operation limits ease of switching between secondary LEDs