Comparison Console
Acebeam L16 vs ThruNite Catapult V6
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 183% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 183% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 11% 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$75
Weight
218 g (7.69 oz)Heaviest
203 g (7.16 oz)Lightest
Length
153.3 mm (6.04 in)Longest
138 mm (5.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2220 lmLowest output
2836 lmHighest output
Max candela
114900 cdLowest candela
138586 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
678 m (2224 ft)Lowest
745 m (2444 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1890 minShortest runtime
5340 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion
1x 26650
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (5m)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
HA Type III anodized aluminum (A6061-T6)
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingEDC/outdoor use
Long-range illuminationHigh outputThrower usePortable handheld use
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 lumen output (~2800 lumens)Exceptional throw (~745 meters)Onboard USB-C chargingGood build quality and finishIncludes quality 26650 battery and accessories
Common complaints
Mode spacing is cramped in upper outputsLockout requires a long hold which can be inconvenient
Relatively large and heavy for pocket carrySwitch has some travel and feels less refinedOnly available in cool white LEDBody milling less aggressive on grip
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