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Acebeam L16 vs Olight Odin S
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight Odin S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Odin S stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Odin S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Odin S stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Odin S stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6283% 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$149.99Most expensive
Weight
214 g (7.55 oz)Heaviest
193 g (6.81 oz)Lightest
Length
153.2 mm (6.03 in)Longest
127.5 mm (5.02 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmHighest output
1500 lmLowest output
Max candela
112225 cdHighest candela
15600 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
670 m (2198 ft)Highest
250 m (820 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
30000 minLongest runtime
470 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion (included); also supports 2x CR123A batteries (do not charge CR123A inside light)
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery or 2x CR123A batteries
Charging type
USB-C (supports use while charging)
Magnetic charging cable (MCC)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 high-quality aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive and corrosion-resistant finish
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useProfessional and outdoor applicationsLong-range illuminationSearch and rescue
Tactical useWeapon mountingSelf-defenseLaw enforcement
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 brightness and long beam distanceVersatile power options with rechargeable batteryStable and secure mounting with M-LOK or Picatinny mountsCustomizable strobe functionReliable magnetic remote switch
Common complaints
Turbo mode can cause significant heat during extended runtimeSide switch disabled in turbo mode may complicate some operations
Relatively heavy for a handheld flashlight at 193 gramsMainly suited for weapon mounting rather than general pocket carrySome users report run time limitations on high modes
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