Comparison Console
Acebeam L25 vs ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 184% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L25 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L25 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L25 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 184% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L25 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 737% 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$79.9Most expensive
US$74.95Cheapest
Weight
236 g (8.32 oz)Heaviest
203 g (7.16 oz)Lightest
Length
166 mm (6.54 in)Longest
138 mm (5.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
2836 lmHighest output
Max candela
33800 cdLowest candela
138586 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
370 m (1214 ft)Lowest
745 m (2444 ft)Highest
Max runtime
44700 minLongest runtime
5340 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 or 2x CR123A
1x 26650 lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized finish
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useExtended operation in challenging conditionsHandheld and vehicle-mounted use
Long-range throwerHigh-lumen outputReliable EDC with throw capability
Common praise
High output of 1000 lumensTough aircraft-grade aluminum constructionWaterproof IPX-8 ratingLong runtime on low mode
High maximum brightness of 2836 lumensExceptionally long beam throw (~745 meters)Onboard USB-C charging with battery includedRobust, quality aluminum construction with anodized finishGood runtime on various modes up to 70 days on lowest modeWell-implemented mode memory and user interfaceAccurate battery level indicator with color coded feedback
Common complaints
No rechargeable battery includedNo built-in charging capability
E-switch has a fair amount of travel and can rock side to sideSome users find the switch feel somewhat cheapBezel can be a little sharp but not in hand areaToo large for pants pocket carryColor temperature is cool white only, no neutral white option
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