Comparison Console
Acebeam Keylite 500 vs ThruNite Ti3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam Keylite 500 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Keylite 500 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam Keylite 500 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Keylite 500 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Keylite 500 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Keylite 500 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 432% 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$16.9Cheapest
US$19.95Most expensive
Weight
19 g (0.67 oz)Lightest
26.5 g (0.93 oz)Heaviest
Length
60.5 mm (2.38 in)Shortest
60.8 mm (2.39 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
650 lmHighest output
Max candela
1225 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
70 m (230 ft)Lowest
105 m (344 ft)Highest
Max runtime
720 minShortest runtime
3830 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in rechargeable battery (LiPO)
USB-C rechargeable Li-ion internal battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX-6
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
AL6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
6061-T6 aerospace aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDCKeychain CarryEveryday PortabilityEmergency UseOutdoor AdventuresDog WalkingCampingHiking
Everyday Carry (EDC)CampingEmergenciesKeychain CarryHands Free Use With Magnetic Tailcap
Common praise
Compact And Lightweight Design (19 G)Balanced Dual LED Output With Soft Glow OptionFast USB C Charging (~1 Hour)Durable Aluminum Alloy Construction With Ip66 RatingMultiple Brightness Modes Including StrobeStrong Build Quality And User Friendly SwitchVibrant Color Options
Lightweight And Compact Size Suitable For Keychain CarryBright Output Up To 650 LumensUSB C Fast Charging With Charge Indicator LedsMagnetic Tailcap For Hands Free UseMultiple Brightness Modes Including Firefly Low Light Mode
Common complaints
No User Replaceable BatteryLimited Runtime At Highest Turbo OutputMode Order Can Be UnintuitiveLow Cri And Cool White Tint
Use Of Twist Switch May Be Less Convenient Than Button SwitchRelatively Short Runtime On Highest Brightness SettingNot A Tactical Grade Flashlight
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