Comparison Console
Acebeam K65-GT vs Streamlight Stinger 2020
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam K65-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 225% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K65-GT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K65-GT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 125% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K65-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 225% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K65-GT stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% 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$274.9Most expensive
US$225Cheapest
Weight
786 g (27.73 oz)Heaviest
349 g (12.31 oz)Lightest
Length
188.5 mm (7.42 in)Shortest
195 mm (7.68 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
6500 lmHighest output
2000 lmLowest output
Max candela
707281 cdHighest candela
25000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1682 m (5518 ft)Highest
315 m (1033 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1080 minShortest runtime
1440 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion
2 x SL-B26 Lithium-Ion Rechargeable (2600mAh)
Charging type
Unknown
Micro USB charging cradle and built-in Micro USB port on batteries
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum with military grade type III hard-anodized finish
CNC machined aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Search And RescueHuntingSecuringCavingCampingLaw EnforcementOutdoor Activities
Tactical UseDuty UseOutdoor ActivitiesEvery Situation Requiring Powerful Illumination
Common praise
Impressive Beam Distance And BrightnessWell Made With Great Light StabilizationHigh Performance And WorkmanshipPortable With Attachable Handle
High Maximum Output And BrightnessLong Runtime Especially On Medium And Low ModesErgonomic Design With Firm Grip And Anti Roll BodyMode Selector Switch Allowing Quick Access To Desired OutputMultiple Activation Switches (front And Tail) For ConvenienceIpx7 Water Resistance And 2 Meter Impact ResistanceCompatibility With Existing Stinger ChargersBuilt In Micro USB Charging On Batteries For On The Go Charging
Common complaints
Not Specified Explicitly In Sources
Maximum Output Is A Brief Burst Then Steps Down To Half BrightnessSwitches Require Considerable Force To Activate Constant On, Less Comfortable Than Older ModelsWide Beam Angle Reduces Peak Beam Intensity And Range Compared To Previous High Intensity Variants
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