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Acebeam H17 2.0 vs Nitecore UT27

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 1% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1072% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Lightest

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore UT27 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore UT27 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Nitecore UT27 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1072% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Nitecore UT27 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 41% 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 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Acebeam H17 2.0 — Max lumens: 2000 lmNitecore UT27 — Beam distance: 168 m (551 ft)Nitecore UT27 — Max candela: 7124 cdNitecore UT27 — Weight: 74 g (2.61 oz)Nitecore UT27 — Length: 56 mm (2.20 in)Nitecore UT27 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Nitecore UT27 — Max lumens: 800 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthImpact resistanceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$60
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Weight
73 g (2.57 oz)Lightest
74 g (2.61 oz)Heaviest
Length
79 mm (3.11 in)Longest
56 mm (2.20 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmHighest output
800 lmLowest output
Max candela
4096 cdLowest candela
7124 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
168 m (551 ft)Highest
Max runtime
10200 minLongest runtime
870 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18350 USB-C Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
HLB1500 rechargeable Li-ion battery (1500mAh) with USB-C charging port; also compatible with 3x AAA batteries
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)
IP66
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
Durable polycarbonate (PC)
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
▣Trail Running▣Night Running▣Trekking▣Hiking▣Camping▣Emergency Lighting
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)
✓Lightweight And Comfortable For Trail Running✓Good Range And Beam Quality✓Three Selectable Color Temperatures For Versatile Outdoor Use✓Auxiliary Red Light Preserves Night Vision✓Built In Rechargeable Battery With USB C Charging✓Durable Construction With Good Water And Impact Resistance
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
⚠Not Designed For Maximum Lumens Output Compared To Some Other Headlamps⚠Some Users May Prefer Longer Runtime On Highest Mode

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