Comparison Console
Acebeam K75 V2.0 vs Streamlight Vulcan 180
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam K75 V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 442% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K75 V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 133% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K75 V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K75 V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 442% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K75 V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2383% 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$489.95Most expensive
US$210Cheapest
Weight
1140 g (40.21 oz)Heaviest
1120 g (39.51 oz)Lightest
Length
213.6 mm (8.41 in)Longest
188.7 mm (7.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
6500 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
1844164 cdHighest candela
75000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
2716 m (8911 ft)Highest
548 m (1798 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
10800 minLongest runtime
435 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4 x 18650 lithium-ion
Lithium Ion rechargeable
Charging type
External charger (batteries must be removed)
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, fully recharges in ~9-11 hours with battery status indicator
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7 (waterproof to 1m submersion) / IP64
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminium Alloy
High impact, super-tough nylon construction; rotating head of high-grade aluminum encased in super-tough nylon; reinforced D-Rings; rubberized cushioned-grip handle
Use case profile
Best for
Search And RescueLong Range Outdoor UseIndustrial ApplicationsProfessional Grade Illumination
Firefighting And Emergency Scene LightingUtility And Industrial UseSituations Needing High Visibility In Thick Smoke Or Low Visibility Conditions
Common praise
Extreme Throw DistanceHigh Maximum OutputProfessional Build QualityMultiple Runtime ModesIntelligent Temperature Control
High Brightness Output With 1200 Lumens And Long Beam Distance Of 548 MetersDurable Construction With Ipx7 Waterproof Rating And Impact ResistanceUseful 180° Tilting Head To Aim Light Where NeededIntegrated Blue Taillight Leds Enhance Visibility In Thick SmokeRechargeable Lithium Ion Battery With Convenient Charging OptionsFlat Base For Stable Hands Free Use
Common complaints
Heavy Weight Making Long Handheld Use TiringRequires External Charging Of BatteriesLarge Size Not Suited For Pocket Carry
Relatively Heavy And Bulky Compared To Typical EDC FlashlightsModerate Runtime On High Setting (around 4.75 To 7.25 Hours)Long Recharge Time (9 To 11 Hours)
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