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Acebeam L18 vs ThruNite Catapult Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam L18 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L18 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L18 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Acebeam L18 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L18 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro 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 20409% 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)Lightest
308 g (10.86 oz)Heaviest
Length
154 mm (6.06 in)Longest
150.5 mm (5.93 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1500 lmLowest output
2713 lmHighest output
Max candela
250000 cdLowest candela
252000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
1000 m (3281 ft)Lowest
1005 m (3297 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1353600 minLongest runtime
6600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion
1x 26650 Li-ion rechargeable battery (5000mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aerospace-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range tactical useHuntingSearch and rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor adventures
Long range throwOutdoor activities needing powerful beamGeneral purpose use where reach is important
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
Excellent build quality with aerospace-grade aluminumHigh maximum output and long throw distanceSmooth ramping interface for customizable brightnessGood runtime performanceComprehensive accessory kit includedReliable electronic lockout featureUSB-C fast charging capability
Common complaints
Battery not included in some packagesSide switch can be hard to find in the dark initially
Larger size limits pocket EDC carryRamping speed slightly slow for some usersElectronic lockout adds UI complexityLight steps down output sharply on low voltage protection
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