Comparison Console
Acebeam H17 2.0 vs Nitecore HC60 V2
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 33% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% 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 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 300% 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$93Most expensive
Weight
73 g (2.57 oz)Lightest
108.5 g (3.83 oz)Heaviest
Length
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
84.1 mm (3.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
4096 cdLowest candela
4240 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
130 m (427 ft)Highest
Max runtime
10200 minShortest runtime
40800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18350 Li-ion rechargeable battery
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
USB-C (5V 1.5A)
USB-C port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Night runningOutdoor adventuresCampingHands-free tasks
CampingRunningHuntingTrekkingBikingOutdoor activitiesEDCSurvival/bushcraftGeneral camping 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
Bright output with a wide angle beamLong runtime with 3400mAh 18650 batteryUSB-C charging improves convenienceEasy single switch operation with intuitive mode cyclingComfortable fit with secure rear pad and silicone grip stripWaterproof rating IPX7 suitable for outdoor conditions
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
Weight does not include battery in provided specs so total weight may be higherBeam distance and candela are moderate compared to tactical flashlights, limiting long-throw useImpact resistance limited to 1 meter drop
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