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Acebeam L17 vs Sofirn LT2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn LT2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L17 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 352% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L17 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 867% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn LT2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 352% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 867% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT2 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 10% 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$81.79
Unknown
Weight
199 g (7.02 oz)Heaviest
184.1 g (6.49 oz)Lightest
Length
140.5 mm (5.53 in)Shortest
154 mm (6.06 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1400 lmHighest output
310 lmLowest output
Max candela
160801 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
802 m (2631 ft)Highest
12 m (39 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
360 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 Li-ion battery (included)
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
A6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
6061 aircraft-grade aluminum with type 3 hard anodized coating
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingLong-range illumination
Close range tasksMedium range tasksCampingGeneral portable lighting
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
Compact and well-balanced handheld designPowerful and adjustable lighting with high CRI LEDsLong runtime on usable light levelsRobust build with quality anodizing and materialsUSB-C and power bank capability
Common complaints
Significant heat buildup on Turbo mode requiring cautionLarge brightness step between High and Turbo modesLack of knurling for enhanced grip
No standard tripod mounting threadSome users find Anduril 2 firmware complex to masterSpring in base can cause grit feelingNo included manual in some batches
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