Comparison Console
Acebeam L16 vs Nitecore EDC37
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 281% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 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 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 281% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 163% 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
US$109.9Cheapest
US$140Most expensive
Weight
214 g (7.55 oz)Heaviest
199 g (7.02 oz)Lightest
Length
153.2 mm (6.03 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmLowest output
8000 lmHighest output
Max candela
112225 cdHighest candela
44010 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
670 m (2198 ft)Highest
420 m (1378 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
30000 minLongest runtime
11400 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion (included); also supports 2x CR123A batteries (do not charge CR123A inside light)
Built-in Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB-C (supports use while charging)
USB-C fast charging (18W)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP54
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
A6061-T6 high-quality aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive and corrosion-resistant finish
Stainless steel with PVD coating and carbon fiber reinforced polymer frame with aluminum heat dissipation plate
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseProfessional And Outdoor ApplicationsLong Range IlluminationSearch And Rescue
Tactical EDCSecurity PatrolLaw EnforcementSearch And RescuePersonal DefenseEmergency Lighting
Common praise
High Build Quality And Durable ConstructionPowerful Maximum Output And Long Beam DistanceConvenient USB C Charging With Simultaneous UseVersatile Dual Switch Interface For Tactical And General UseIncludes High Capacity Rechargeable 21700 Battery
High Maximum Brightness For Compact SizeUseful Oled Real Time Display With Mode, Brightness, Battery And Runtime InfoPhysical Lockout Switch Prevents Accidental ActivationGood Output Regulation With Temperature ManagementSolid Build Quality With Tactical DesignFast USB C Charging With Large Built In BatteryMultiple Usable Modes Including Flood And Spotlight
Common complaints
Turbo Mode Can Cause Significant Heat During Extended RuntimeSide Switch Disabled In Turbo Mode May Complicate Some Operations
Ip54 Rating Lower Than Typical Ip67/ip68 For Full Waterproof UseBattery Is Not User ReplaceableMomentary High Output Duration Limited By Thermal Regulation
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