Comparison Console
Acebeam L18 vs Fenix BC30 V2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L18 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L18 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L18 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L18 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L18 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 45020% 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$89.95Cheapest
US$93.03Most expensive
Weight
220.5 g (7.78 oz)Heaviest
154 g (5.43 oz)Lightest
Length
154 mm (6.06 in)Longest
120 mm (4.72 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1500 lmLowest output
2200 lmHighest output
Max candela
250000 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
187 m (614 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1353600 minLongest runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion
2 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 4 x CR123A batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP67
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
All-metal housing, aluminum A6061-T6
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range tactical useHuntingSearch and rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor adventures
Mountain cyclingBicycle useHelmet mounting
Common praise
Excellent long-range throw for sizeGood balance and gripHigh build quality with durable anodized aluminum bodyDual switch interface for tactical and everyday useLong runtime at low modes
Bright max output at 2200 lumensWireless remote control switchSolid all-metal housing with good heat dissipationQuick-release bicycle mount for stable fixationReplaceable rechargeable batteriesCompatible with helmet mountGood battery life with up to 50 hours on eco mode
Common complaints
Battery not included in some packagesSide switch can be hard to find in the dark initially
Battery and charger not included with original retail packagePrice considered somewhat expensive by some usersRequires appropriate rubber padding to mount securely to different bike handlebar sizesNot intended as a general-purpose flashlight; optimized for bike use
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