Comparison Console
Acebeam L17 vs Wuben L3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben L3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 114% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben L3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 114% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 107% 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$49.99Cheapest
Weight
199 g (7.02 oz)Heaviest
180.7 g (6.37 oz)Lightest
Length
140.5 mm (5.53 in)Longest
138 mm (5.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1400 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
160801 cdHighest candela
12800 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
802 m (2631 ft)Highest
226 m (741 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minShortest runtime
7200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 Li-ion battery (included)
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C 18W
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
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
Aluminium
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingLong-range illumination
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesDog walkingEveryday carry
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 max output of 3000 lumensGood sustained output and thermal regulationFast USB-C charging with powerbank featureCompact and lightweight design for a 21700 lightReliable build quality and anodized finishConvenient mode memory and versatile user interfaceIncludes accessories like belt clip and lanyard
Common complaints
Significant heat buildup on Turbo mode requiring cautionLarge brightness step between High and Turbo modesLack of knurling for enhanced grip
Tint has low CRI and a greenish hueTurbo mode is only momentary, not constantMode order cycling can be confusingButton can be stiff and somewhat recessedNo mechanical lockout, some standby drain possible