Comparison Console
Acebeam L17 vs Acebeam P16
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam P16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L17 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L17 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 164% 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$81.79Cheapest
US$84.9Most expensive
Weight
199 g (7.02 oz)Heaviest
156.2 g (5.51 oz)Lightest
Length
140.5 mm (5.53 in)Longest
131.2 mm (5.17 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1400 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
160801 cdHighest candela
58564 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
802 m (2631 ft)Highest
484 m (1588 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
1320 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 Li-ion battery (included)
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (USB-C included) compatible with 2 x CR123/RCR123
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseHuntingLong Range Illumination
Tactical UseLaw EnforcementEmergency SituationsEveryday Carry (EDC)
Common praise
Impressive Beam Throw (up To 802 Meters In White Version)Compact And Ergonomic DesignSilent Electronic Tail SwitchRobust Build Quality And Ip68 WaterproofingAvailable In Useful Colored LED Options For Hunting
Long Throw Distance Of 484 Meters With A Focused BeamRugged And Impact Resistant BuildEasy And Intuitive Dual Tail Switch InterfaceStable Output And Versatile Brightness LevelsIncluded Rechargeable Battery And USB C Charging
Common complaints
Significant Heat Buildup On Turbo Mode Requiring CautionLarge Brightness Step Between High And Turbo ModesLack Of Knurling For Enhanced Grip
No LED Replacement Service From Manufacturer
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