Comparison Console
Acebeam L16 vs Acebeam P17
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam L16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P17 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 121% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P17 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1424% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 121% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1424% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 4% 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$119.9
Weight
218 g (7.69 oz)Lightest
227 g (8.01 oz)Heaviest
Length
153.3 mm (6.04 in)Longest
147 mm (5.79 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2220 lmLowest output
4900 lmHighest output
Max candela
114900 cdHighest candela
49506 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
678 m (2224 ft)Highest
445 m (1460 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1890 minShortest runtime
28800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion
1×21700 rechargeable Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C on battery
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)
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard anodization
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingEDC/outdoor use
Tactical useHuntingSearch and rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
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
High maximum output and throw distanceRugged and well-built with hard anodized aluminumDual tail-switch interface provides instant turbo and strobe accessLong maximum runtime on low modesIncludes rechargeable 21700 battery with USB-C charging port
Common complaints
Mode spacing is cramped in upper outputsLockout requires a long hold which can be inconvenient
No included holster or lanyardShort USB-C charging cableTailstand stability limited due to protruding tactical switch
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