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Acebeam H17 2.0 vs ThruNite TH20 Pro

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

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ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, 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 98% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

ThruNite TH20 Pro 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 98% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6% 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 lmThruNite TH20 Pro — Beam distance: 169 m (554 ft)ThruNite TH20 Pro — Max candela: 7200 cdThruNite TH20 Pro — Weight: 57.6 g (2.03 oz)ThruNite TH20 Pro — Length: 80 mm (3.15 in)ThruNite TH20 Pro — Retail price: US$29.95ThruNite TH20 Pro — Max lumens: 1010 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$60Most expensive
US$29.95Cheapest
Weight
73 g (2.57 oz)Heaviest
57.6 g (2.03 oz)Lightest
Length
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
80 mm (3.15 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmHighest output
1010 lmLowest output
Max candela
4096 cdLowest candela
7200 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
169 m (554 ft)Highest
Max runtime
10200 minShortest runtime
10800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18350 USB-C Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
1x AA or 1x 14500 battery
Charging type
USB-C, 5V 1.5A fast charging, about 1 hour full charge
USB-C charging via included 14500 battery
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible for 30 minutes)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive and corrosion-resistant finish
Aircraft grade aluminium with type III hard anodised finish
Use case profile
Best for
Night running and joggingCamping and hikingOutdoor work and repairsTactical and emergency useEveryday carry for high-CRI lighting needs
RunningCampingUtility TasksEveryday Carry
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)
Lightweight and compactGood runtime and output for sizeIncludes rechargeable 14500 battery with USB-C chargingFlexible use as headlamp or right-angle flashlight
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
No battery level indicator on lightLow mode may be too bright for some usersNo external charging port on light body

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