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Acebeam H30 vs Streamlight Septor

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

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Streamlight Septor stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Septor stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3233% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Streamlight Septor stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam H30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 231% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Streamlight Septor stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam H30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Streamlight Septor stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam H30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3233% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Streamlight Septor stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam H30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5614% 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 H30 — Beam distance: 208 m (682 ft)Acebeam H30 — Max candela: 10800 cdAcebeam H30 — Weight: 190 g (6.70 oz)Acebeam H30 — Length: 89.4 mm (3.52 in)Acebeam H30 — Retail price: US$119.16Acebeam H30 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Streamlight Septor — Beam distance: 60 m (197 ft)Streamlight Septor — Max candela: 900 cdStreamlight Septor — Weight: 156 g (5.50 oz)Streamlight Septor — Length: 68.6 mm (2.70 in)Streamlight Septor — Retail price: US$36Streamlight Septor — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$119.16Most expensive
US$36Cheapest
Weight
190 g (6.70 oz)Heaviest
156 g (5.50 oz)Lightest
Length
89.4 mm (3.52 in)Longest
68.6 mm (2.70 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
120 lmLowest output
Max candela
10800 cdHighest candela
900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
208 m (682 ft)Highest
60 m (197 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
12000 minLongest runtime
210 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 Li-ion (5100mAh) included, compatible with 1 x 18650
AAA alkaline
Charging type
USB-C (2A charging current)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX4
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
Co-molded rubber body, thermoplastic housing
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueMiningExplorationOutdoor activitiesHuntingCrime scene investigation
Up close work and tasks at arm's lengthDetailed work
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
Soft flood light suitable for close workLong battery runtime especially on low modesDurable and impact resistant designEasy to use recessed push-button switch
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
Not suitable for long distance illuminationBeam intensity is moderate compared to higher output headlamps