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Acebeam L18 vs ThruNite TN36 Limited
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 48% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L18 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 633% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L18 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L18 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L18 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 633% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN36 Limited 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 24967% 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$95Most expensive
Weight
220.5 g (7.78 oz)Lightest
427 g (15.06 oz)Heaviest
Length
154 mm (6.06 in)Longest
133 mm (5.24 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1500 lmLowest output
11000 lmHighest output
Max candela
250000 cdHighest candela
31140 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
353 m (1158 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1353600 minLongest runtime
5400 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion
4x 18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aluminum with premium Type III Hard-Anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range tactical useHuntingSearch and rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor adventures
High lumen outputSearch and rescueCampingWalking the dogVehicle light
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
Very bright output with smooth flood beamSolid build quality with premium finishGood grip with knurled bodyIncluded holster and accessoriesMemory function for last modeTemperature control prevents overheating
Common complaints
Battery not included in some packagesSide switch can be hard to find in the dark initially
Not pocket friendly due to size and weightBatteries not charged internally (no onboard charging)
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