Comparison Console
Acebeam L18 vs ThruNite Catapult V6
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L18 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L18 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L18 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 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 25248% 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$89.95Most expensive
US$75Cheapest
Weight
220.5 g (7.78 oz)Heaviest
203 g (7.16 oz)Lightest
Length
154 mm (6.06 in)Longest
138 mm (5.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1500 lmLowest output
2836 lmHighest output
Max candela
250000 cdHighest candela
138586 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
745 m (2444 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1353600 minLongest runtime
5340 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion
1x 26650
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range tactical useHuntingSearch and rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor adventures
Long-range illuminationHigh outputThrower usePortable handheld 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 lumen output (~2800 lumens)Exceptional throw (~745 meters)Onboard USB-C chargingGood build quality and finishIncludes quality 26650 battery and accessories
Common complaints
Battery not included in some packagesSide switch can be hard to find in the dark initially
Relatively large and heavy for pocket carrySwitch has some travel and feels less refinedOnly available in cool white LEDBody milling less aggressive on grip
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