Comparison Console
Acebeam L16 vs Acebeam L17
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam L17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L17 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 9% 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
Unknown
US$81.79
Weight
218 g (7.69 oz)Heaviest
199 g (7.02 oz)Lightest
Length
153.3 mm (6.04 in)Longest
140.5 mm (5.53 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2220 lmHighest output
1400 lmLowest output
Max candela
114900 cdLowest candela
160801 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
678 m (2224 ft)Lowest
802 m (2631 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1890 minShortest runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion
1x 18650 Li-ion battery (included)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (5m)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
HA Type III anodized aluminum (A6061-T6)
A6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingEDC/outdoor use
Tactical useHuntingLong-range illumination
Common praise
Excellent build quality with thick satin anodizingIntuitive and best-in-class user interface with dedicated turbo and momentary turboGood beam quality with tight hotspot suitable for long-range useIncludes useful accessories such as holster, lanyard, spare o-ringsComfortable size and great grip with knurling
Impressive beam throw (up to 802 meters in white version)Compact and ergonomic designSilent electronic tail switchRobust build quality and IP68 waterproofingAvailable in useful colored LED options for hunting
Common complaints
Mode spacing is cramped in upper outputsLockout requires a long hold which can be inconvenient
Significant heat buildup on Turbo mode requiring cautionLarge brightness step between High and Turbo modesLack of knurling for enhanced grip