Comparison Console
Acebeam L17 vs Nitecore P16 TAC
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam L17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% 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 L17 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 L17 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 934% 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$85Most expensive
Weight
199 g (7.02 oz)Lightest
245 g (8.64 oz)Heaviest
Length
140.5 mm (5.53 in)Shortest
151 mm (5.94 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1400 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
160801 cdHighest candela
22500 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
802 m (2631 ft)Highest
300 m (984 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minShortest runtime
36000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 Li-ion battery (included)
1 x 18650 Li-ion or 2 x CR123A batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aero grade aluminium alloy with HAIII military grade hard anodised finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingLong-range illumination
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesEmergency situationsEDC
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
High maximum brightnessLong runtime on ultra-low modeMultiple brightness levelsDurable construction with military grade anodized finishWaterproof to IPX-8Impact resistant to 1.5 metersTactical tail switch with side switch for easy one-hand use
Common complaints
Significant heat buildup on Turbo mode requiring cautionLarge brightness step between High and Turbo modesLack of knurling for enhanced grip
Batteries not included in some packagesWeight slightly heavier than compact keychain lights
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