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Acebeam L18 vs Nitecore EC4GTS
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L18 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L18 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L18 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L18 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L18 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5837% 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$90Most expensive
Weight
220.5 g (7.78 oz)Heaviest
171 g (6.03 oz)Lightest
Length
154 mm (6.06 in)Shortest
155 mm (6.10 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1500 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
250000 cdHighest candela
39220 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
396 m (1299 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1353600 minLongest runtime
22800 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion
2 x 18650 Li-Ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range tactical useHuntingSearch and rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor adventures
Search and rescueOutdoor campingWalking/hikingBug-Out Bag (BOB)
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 output with effective beam throwDurable build quality with quality materials and anodizingErgonomic design with good grip even in wet conditionsUseful UI with direct access to Turbo and Ultra-LowLong maximum runtime and efficient thermal regulation
Common complaints
Battery not included in some packagesSide switch can be hard to find in the dark initially
No clip included for pocket carryRequires button top 18650 batteries for proper contact
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