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Acebeam L18 vs Fenix TK25R

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Acebeam L18 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L18 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix TK25R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam L18 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix TK25R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 123% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam L18 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix TK25R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam L18 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix TK25R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix TK25R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam L18 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 40918% 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.

Acebeam L18 — Beam distance: 1000 m (3281 ft)Acebeam L18 — Max candela: 250000 cdAcebeam L18 — Weight: 220.5 g (7.78 oz)Acebeam L18 — Length: 154 mm (6.06 in)Acebeam L18 — Retail price: US$89.95Acebeam L18 — Max lumens: 1500 lmFenix TK25R — Beam distance: 350 m (1148 ft)Fenix TK25R — Max candela: 28000 cdFenix TK25R — Weight: 225 g (7.94 oz)Fenix TK25R — Length: 164 mm (6.46 in)Fenix TK25R — Retail price: US$200.55Fenix TK25R — Max lumens: 3600 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$89.95Cheapest
US$200.55Most expensive
Weight
220.5 g (7.78 oz)Lightest
225 g (7.94 oz)Heaviest
Length
154 mm (6.06 in)Shortest
164 mm (6.46 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1500 lmLowest output
3600 lmHighest output
Max candela
250000 cdHighest candela
28000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
350 m (1148 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1353600 minLongest runtime
3300 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range tactical useHuntingSearch and rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor adventures
Law enforcementTactical operationsSearch and rescueOutdoor activitiesEDC use
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
High maximum output with versatile multi-LED optionsRobust build quality with IP68 ratingFast USB-C charging with included batteryDual switch design with easy mode selectionAccurate published ANSI-specs and reliable operation
Common complaints
Battery not included in some packagesSide switch can be hard to find in the dark initially
Higher price point than budget brandsLED replacement not supportedSome heat-induced output throttling under extended turbo use