Comparison Console
Acebeam H30 vs Streamlight ProTac HL-X
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 208% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam H30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 208% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 13233% 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$119.16Cheapest
US$124Most expensive
Weight
190 g (6.70 oz)Heaviest
176 g (6.21 oz)Lightest
Length
89.4 mm (3.52 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1300 lmLowest output
Max candela
10800 cdLowest candela
35000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
208 m (682 ft)Lowest
374 m (1227 ft)Highest
Max runtime
12000 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 Li-ion (5100mAh) included, compatible with 1 x 18650
SL-B26 USB rechargeable battery or 2x CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB-C (2A charging current)
USB-C via battery pack
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with type III hard anodised anti-abrasive finish
6000 series machined aircraft aluminum with Type II MIL-SPEC anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueMiningExplorationOutdoor activitiesHuntingCrime scene investigation
Duty useTacticalEveryday carryLaw enforcement
Common praise
Very powerful light output with good throwVersatile lighting options with multiple LED colorsLong runtime on low modesDurable and waterproof constructionUSB-C charging with fast charge and power bank functionReflective and comfortable headband design
High output with good beam distanceMulti-fuel flexibility prevents power lossDurable aircraft aluminum bodyTEN-TAP programming allows mode customization
Common complaints
Mounting brackets prone to breakageBattery life not as long as expected under heavy useNon-adjustable beam focusHeadlamp can slip off in some usesReplacement parts for mounting bracket can be hard to find
Clip quality could be betterTailcap switch sometimes mushy compared to competitors
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