Comparison Console
Acebeam H17 2.0 vs Fenix HL32R-T
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H17 2.0 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 150% 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 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% 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.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
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.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$59.9Cheapest
US$119.95Most expensive
Weight
73 g (2.57 oz)Lightest
107 g (3.77 oz)Heaviest
Length
79 mm (3.11 in)Longest
66 mm (2.60 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmHighest output
800 lmLowest output
Max candela
4096 cdHighest candela
365 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
132 m (433 ft)Highest
Max runtime
10200 minLongest runtime
9000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18350 Li-ion rechargeable battery
1 x rechargeable ARB-LP1900 Li-ion battery or 3 x AAA batteries
Charging type
USB-C (5V 1.5A)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP66
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Magnesium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Night runningOutdoor adventuresCampingHands-free tasks
Trail runningJoggingOutdoor activities requiring hands-free lighting
Common praise
High max brightness and useful moonlight modeLightweight at 73g without headbandFast USB-C charging in about 1 hourVersatile modes including strobe, SOS, beacon and RGB auxiliary lightsDurable aluminum body with IP68 waterproofing and impact resistance
Excellent build qualityLightweight designVersatile lighting options
Common complaints
Run time on turbo mode is limited to under an hourSome users might find headlamp attachment methods or weight with headband less suitable for everyday carry
Slight bounce during running due to size