Comparison Console
Acebeam H17 2.0 vs Fenix UC30
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 5% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H17 2.0 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
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
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 heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, 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 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 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$59.95Most expensive
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
1x 18350 Li-ion rechargeable battery
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A Lithium batteries
Charging type
USB-C (5V 1.5A)
Micro USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (submersible up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Night runningOutdoor adventuresCampingHands-free tasks
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesProfessional use
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
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
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
Turbo mode automatically downshifts after 3 minutesNo integrated pocket clipWeight excludes battery
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