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Acebeam H17 2.0 vs Fenix LD15R

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

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Fenix LD15R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD15R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix LD15R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix LD15R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix LD15R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix LD15R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8400% 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 — Max lumens: 2000 lmFenix LD15R — Beam distance: 123 m (404 ft)Fenix LD15R — Max candela: 3800 cdFenix LD15R — Weight: 42.5 g (1.50 oz)Fenix LD15R — Length: 78.74 mm (3.10 in)Fenix LD15R — Retail price: US$55Fenix LD15R — Max lumens: 500 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$60Most expensive
US$55Cheapest
Weight
73 g (2.57 oz)Heaviest
42.5 g (1.50 oz)Lightest
Length
79 mm (3.11 in)Longest
78.74 mm (3.10 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
4096 cdHighest candela
3800 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
128 m (420 ft)Highest
123 m (404 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
10200 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18350 USB-C Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
CR123A
Charging type
USB-C, 5V 1.5A fast charging, about 1 hour full charge
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible for 30 minutes)
IP67+
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive and corrosion-resistant finish
Aluminium
Use case profile
Best for
Night running and joggingCamping and hikingOutdoor work and repairsTactical and emergency useEveryday carry for high-CRI lighting needs
Right angle tasksCompact EDCBoth flood and focused beam use
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)
Compact and lightweight designVersatile lighting with flood and focused beamHigh CRI for quality lightWaterproof with solid durabilityUSB-C rechargeable battery included
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
Relatively short high mode runtime (2 hours)Price may be higher in some markets