Comparison Console
Acebeam L16 vs Wurkkos TS23
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 6% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 125% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS23 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 lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 125% 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.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 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$48
Weight
218 g (7.69 oz)Lightest
232 g (8.18 oz)Heaviest
Length
153.3 mm (6.04 in)Longest
138 mm (5.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2220 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
114900 cdHighest candela
58083 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
678 m (2224 ft)Highest
482 m (1581 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1890 minShortest runtime
2700 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion
1x21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (5m)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
HA Type III anodized aluminum (A6061-T6)
Aerospace-grade 6061 aluminum with hard-anodized finish and reinforced tungsten steel beads bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingEDC/outdoor use
Tactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor adventuresNight hikingCampingHome emergencies
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 output brightnessGood build quality for priceVersatile dual UI with stepped and tactical modesUSB-C chargingIncluded 5000mAh 21700 battery
Common complaints
Mode spacing is cramped in upper outputsLockout requires a long hold which can be inconvenient
Tail switch has a slightly mushy feelNot ideal for pocket carry due to size and weightMoonlight mode is relatively bright compared to typical moonlight
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