Comparison Console
Acebeam L30 Gen II vs Acebeam P16
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam P16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 122% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam P16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 122% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6991% 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$126.4Most expensive
US$84.9Cheapest
Weight
168 g (5.93 oz)Heaviest
156.2 g (5.51 oz)Lightest
Length
162 mm (6.38 in)Longest
131.2 mm (5.17 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1800 lmLowest output
Max candela
34800 cdLowest candela
58564 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
373 m (1224 ft)Lowest
484 m (1588 ft)Highest
Max runtime
93600 minLongest runtime
1320 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 / 1x 18650 / 2x CR123
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (USB-C included) compatible with 2 x CR123/RCR123
Charging type
Micro USB
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (5 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized finish
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useWeapon mountingLaw enforcementSelf-defenceHuntingSearch & RescueOutdoor activities
Tactical useLaw enforcementEmergency situationsEveryday carry (EDC)
Common praise
Very bright output with good throw distanceRobust build quality and durable materialsConvenient dual-switch interfaceReliable and long runtime with 21700 batteryGood color rendition with 5000K LED
Long throw distance of 484 meters with a focused beamRugged and impact-resistant buildEasy and intuitive dual tail switch interfaceStable output and versatile brightness levelsIncluded rechargeable battery and USB-C charging
Common complaints
Can get hot at higher output levelsHeavier weight without battery
No LED replacement service from manufacturer