Comparison Console
Acebeam L30 Gen II vs Fenix HM61R V3.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix HM61R V3.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight. Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 122% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 420% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix HM61R V3.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the heaviest option for weight.
Fenix HM61R V3.0 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.
Fenix HM61R V3.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 420% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM61R V3.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 54% 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$126.4
Unknown
Weight
168 g (5.93 oz)Heaviest
167.6 g (5.91 oz)Lightest
Length
162 mm (6.38 in)Longest
105.4 mm (4.15 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1800 lmLowest output
Max candela
34800 cdHighest candela
11770 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
373 m (1224 ft)Highest
195 m (640 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
93600 minLongest runtime
18000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 / 1x 18650 / 2x CR123
Fenix ARB-L18-4000 rechargeable Li-ion (18650 size)
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
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized finish
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useWeapon mountingLaw enforcementSelf-defenceHuntingSearch & RescueOutdoor activities
Industrial lightingOutdoor activitiesNight navigationPatrollingInspection and maintenance work
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
Versatile multifunction design as both headlamp and flashlightDurable and rugged build qualityHigh output with long beam distanceQuick USB-C chargingUseful multiple lighting modes including high CRI floodlight and red lightMagnetic tail-cap and removable lamp for flexible handling
Common complaints
Can get hot at higher output levelsHeavier weight without battery
No LED replacement optionLimited brightness levels when using alternative batteries (non-included)
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