Comparison Console
Acebeam L16 vs Wuben X1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam L16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 441% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L16 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1160% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 441% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1160% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X1 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 18% 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$178
Weight
218 g (7.69 oz)Lightest
386 g (13.62 oz)Heaviest
Length
153.3 mm (6.04 in)Longest
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2220 lmLowest output
12000 lmHighest output
Max candela
114900 cdHighest candela
24336 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
678 m (2224 ft)Highest
312 m (1024 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1890 minLongest runtime
150 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion
21700 Lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (5m)
IP55
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
HA Type III anodized aluminum (A6061-T6)
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingEDC/outdoor use
High output flood and spot beamWork useEDC with high brightness needsOutdoor 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 with stable regulation thanks to smart cooling fanSolid build quality with a unique rectangular shape that prevents rollingMultiple beam modes and programmable brightness levelsGood runtime performance relative to high outputConvenient USB-C onboard chargingIncludes lanyard and holsterBatteries included
Common complaints
Mode spacing is cramped in upper outputsLockout requires a long hold which can be inconvenient
Unusual rectangular shape may feel bulky or less ergonomic to someNo official IP water resistance rating due to fanSwitch can be mushy and produce a popping soundNo very low 'moonlight' modeFan operation audible under loadLanyard quality not premiumNo clip included for pocket carry