Comparison Console
Acebeam K60 vs Streamlight Stinger LED HL
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam K60 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam K60 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 525% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam K60 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K60 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K60 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 525% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K60 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86567% 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$179Cheapest
US$179.99Most expensive
Weight
570 g (20.11 oz)Heaviest
352 g (12.42 oz)Lightest
Length
206 mm (8.11 in)Shortest
213.6 mm (8.41 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
800 lmLowest output
Max candela
124100 cdHighest candela
24000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
704 m (2310 ft)Highest
310 m (1017 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
78000 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4x 18650 Li-Ion
Nickel-Metal Hydride
Charging type
Unknown
Smart PiggyBack charger, Steady charger, Smart charger (USB or 12V DC input)
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (2 meters)
IPX4
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum body, type III hard anodized finish
Machined aircraft aluminum body with non-slip rubberized comfort grip, unbreakable polycarbonate lens with scratch-resistant coating
Use case profile
Best for
MilitaryLaw EnforcementSelf-defenseHuntingSearch & RescueOutdoor activities
Law enforcementFirefightingIndustrial techniciansSituations requiring high lumen output and wide flood beam
Common praise
Very bright output up to 5000 lumensGood UI with magnetic control ring and forward clicky tail switchHigh build quality with aircraft grade aluminum and hard anodized finishGood thermal management and runtime regulationReliable and safe design without in-light chargingEffective beam throw of 704 meters
High brightness with wide area illuminationDurable and reliable for professional useMultiple modes including strobe for tactical needsRechargeable battery with long lifecycle
Common complaints
Gets hot quickly on turbo mode, requiring cautionNot available in neutral white LEDNo in-light charging feature
Relatively heavy compared to smaller EDC lightsNot the most compact optionCharging times vary depending on charger used