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Acebeam H17 2.0 vs Fenix UC30

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 5% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix UC30 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

Cheapest

Fenix UC30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.

Most expensive

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.

Lightest

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix UC30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix UC30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix UC30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 13% 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 — 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 H17 2.0 — Max lumens: 2000 lmFenix UC30 — Beam distance: 253 m (830 ft)Fenix UC30 — Weight: 77 g (2.72 oz)Fenix UC30 — Length: 130 mm (5.12 in)Fenix UC30 — Retail price: US$59.95Fenix UC30 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Fenix UC30 — Max lumens: 1000 lmBeam distanceWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistanceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$60Most expensive
US$59.95Cheapest
Weight
73 g (2.57 oz)Lightest
77 g (2.72 oz)Heaviest
Length
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
4096 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
253 m (830 ft)Highest
Max runtime
10200 minLongest runtime
9000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18350 USB-C Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A Lithium batteries
Charging type
USB-C, 5V 1.5A fast charging, about 1 hour full charge
Micro USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible for 30 minutes)
IPX8 (submersible up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
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 type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Night running and joggingCamping and hikingOutdoor work and repairsTactical and emergency useEveryday carry for high-CRI lighting needs
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesProfessional 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 solid build qualityHigh maximum brightness of 1000 lumensMultiple output levels with strobeUSB rechargeable with included batteryWaterproof and dust proof with IPX8 ratingStainless steel side switch with battery indicatorGood battery life and regulated output
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
Turbo mode automatically downshifts after 3 minutesNo integrated pocket clipWeight excludes battery

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