Comparison Console
Acebeam L17 vs ThruNite BSS V5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2205% 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$81.79Most expensive
US$75.99Cheapest
Weight
199 g (7.02 oz)Heaviest
147 g (5.19 oz)Lightest
Length
140.5 mm (5.53 in)Shortest
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1400 lmLowest output
2676 lmHighest output
Max candela
160801 cdHighest candela
16200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
802 m (2631 ft)Highest
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
151 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 Li-ion battery (included)
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aluminium Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingLong-range illumination
EDCTactical useWeapon mounting
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 turbo output of 2676 lumensUSB-C onboard chargingSolid build with aluminium alloy bodyDual switch interface with tactical tail switch and electronic side switchIncludes accessories like battery, pocket clip, nylon pouch, charging cable, red filter, spare O-rings and manual
Common complaints
Significant heat buildup on Turbo mode requiring cautionLarge brightness step between High and Turbo modesLack of knurling for enhanced grip
Slightly green/yellow tint on low modesPocket clip allows only bezel-down tail carryCharging port can be slightly crooked
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