Comparison Console
Acebeam L16 vs Wuben A22
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben A22 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 103% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A22 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L16 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A22 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 103% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A22 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A22 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A22 stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 447% 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$79.99
Weight
218 g (7.69 oz)
218 g (7.69 oz)
Length
153.3 mm (6.04 in)Longest
135 mm (5.31 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2220 lmLowest output
4500 lmHighest output
Max candela
114900 cdHighest candela
21000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
678 m (2224 ft)Highest
290 m (951 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1890 minShortest runtime
2700 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion
1 x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable battery or 1 x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
Type-C (5V/2A)
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)
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseHuntingEDC/outdoor Use
Outdoor ActivitiesCampingMountain ClimbingCrime PreventionDisaster PreparednessEarthquake PreventionPower Outages
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 Brightness OutputVersatile ModesGood Waterproof And Dustproof Rating (ip68)Rapid Charging With Type CSwitch Lock FeatureIncludes Location Fluorite Light
Common complaints
Mode Spacing Is Cramped In Upper OutputsLockout Requires A Long Hold Which Can Be Inconvenient
Weight With Battery Could Be Considered Heavy For Some UsersLength And Bulk May Be Larger Than Typical EDC Flashlights
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