Comparison Console
Acebeam K65-GT 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 55% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam K65-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 713% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K65-GT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K65-GT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 123% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K65-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 713% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K65-GT stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1100% 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$222Cheapest
Weight
786 g (27.73 oz)Heaviest
352 g (12.42 oz)Lightest
Length
188.5 mm (7.42 in)Shortest
213.6 mm (8.41 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
6500 lmHighest output
800 lmLowest output
Max candela
707281 cdHighest candela
24000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1682 m (5518 ft)Highest
310 m (1017 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1080 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion
Nickel-metal Hydride (NiMH) sub-C, 3-cell, 3.6 Volt
Charging type
Unknown
Smart charger, 120VAC / 12V DC and USB (5V/1A) input
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum with military grade 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
Search and rescueHuntingSecuringCavingCampingLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
Tactical useLaw enforcementOutdoor activities requiring wide beam and high illuminationSearch and rescueFirefighter flashlight
Common praise
Impressive beam distance and brightnessWell-made with great light stabilizationHigh performance and workmanshipPortable with attachable handle
High brightness with a wide and concentrated beamMultiple lighting modes for flexibilityDurable and comfortable gripRechargeable with smart charging optionsReliable C4 LED technology with long lifetime
Common complaints
Not specified explicitly in sources
Weight could be heavy for some users (352 grams)Not waterproof beyond light splashing (IPX4)
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