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Acebeam L16 2.0 vs Acebeam P17

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Acebeam L16 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L16 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P17 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 133% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam L16 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam P17 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam L16 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam P17 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam L16 2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam P17 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 133% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Acebeam P17 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Acebeam L16 2.0 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.

Acebeam L16 2.0 — Beam distance: 670 m (2198 ft)Acebeam L16 2.0 — Weight: 214 g (7.55 oz)Acebeam L16 2.0 — Length: 153.2 mm (6.03 in)Acebeam L16 2.0 — Retail price: US$109.9Acebeam L16 2.0 — Max lumens: 2100 lmAcebeam L16 2.0 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Acebeam P17 — Beam distance: 445 m (1460 ft)Acebeam P17 — Weight: 227 g (8.01 oz)Acebeam P17 — Length: 147 mm (5.79 in)Acebeam P17 — Retail price: US$119.9Acebeam P17 — Max lumens: 4900 lmAcebeam P17 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Beam distanceWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumensImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$109.9Cheapest
US$119.9Most expensive
Weight
214 g (7.55 oz)Lightest
227 g (8.01 oz)Heaviest
Length
153.2 mm (6.03 in)Longest
147 mm (5.79 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmLowest output
4900 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
49506 cd
Beam distance
670 m (2198 ft)Highest
445 m (1460 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
Unknown
28800 min
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
1×21700 rechargeable Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C on battery
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard anodization
Use case profile
Best for
Long range tactical useProfessional usersEDC in cargo pants or jacket pocketQuick scenario switching without tailcap removal
Tactical useHuntingSearch and rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
Common praise
Bright and long distance beamUser-friendly interface with straightforward button functionsLightweight and durableSupports USB-C charging with convenient tail switch functionalityIncludes high-quality 21700 battery
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
Belt clip rated as hard to use
No included holster or lanyardShort USB-C charging cableTailstand stability limited due to protruding tactical switch