Comparison Console
Acebeam L30 Gen II vs Acebeam PT40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1850% 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$126.4Cheapest
US$175Most expensive
Weight
168 g (5.93 oz)Heaviest
145 g (5.11 oz)Lightest
Length
162 mm (6.38 in)Longest
126.8 mm (4.99 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
3000 lmLowest output
Max candela
34800 cdHighest candela
3680 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
373 m (1224 ft)Highest
121 m (397 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
93600 minLongest runtime
4800 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 / 1x 18650 / 2x CR123
18650 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
Micro USB
Micro USB (via included cable, optional battery with USB-C port)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (5 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized finish
A6061-T6 aluminium alloy with Type III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseWeapon MountingLaw EnforcementSelf DefenceHuntingSearch & RescueOutdoor Activities
Industrial WorkVehicle RepairCampingOutdoor SportsLaw EnforcementEveryday Carry
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
High Brightness And Good Beam QualityVersatile Mounting Options Including Magnetic Tail And Pocket ClipHigh Color Rendering Index Reducing Eye StrainSolid Build Quality With Aircraft Grade Aluminum Body
Common complaints
Can Get Hot At Higher Output LevelsHeavier Weight Without Battery
Magnet Not Very Strong On Curved Metal SurfacesHeadband Attachment Not Very Comfortable For Switching Between Handheld And Headlamp UsePocket Clip Is Not Very Stiff And Less Comfortable To Clip Onto Pockets
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