Comparison Console
Acebeam H17 2.0 vs SureFire Minimus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 567% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 345% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 567% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 11233% 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$60Cheapest
US$266.95Most expensive
Weight
73 g (2.57 oz)Lightest
113 g (3.99 oz)Heaviest
Length
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
113.3 mm (4.46 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmHighest output
300 lmLowest output
Max candela
4096 cdHighest candela
1100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
128 m (420 ft)Highest
60 m (197 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
10200 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18350 USB-C Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
1x CR123A lithium
Charging type
USB-C, 5V 1.5A fast charging, about 1 hour full charge
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible for 30 minutes)
IPX7
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
Hard-anodized aerospace aluminum housing, polymer parts
Use case profile
Best for
Night running and joggingCamping and hikingOutdoor work and repairsTactical and emergency useEveryday carry for high-CRI lighting needs
Tactical useCampingTrail hikingWork requiring reliable hands-free lightingOutdoor activities requiring durable headlamp
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)
Highly durable and reliable build qualitySmooth and easy to adjust brightness levels with a knobComfortable, adjustable headband with moisture-wicking forehead padWide, well-focused flood beam ideal for near-field tasksRemembers last brightness settingIncludes red filter lens for night vision compatibility
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
Red filter lens is removable and can be easily lostKnob can rotate continuously making it hard to detect max/min outputNot USB rechargeable, requiring battery swaps
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