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Acebeam L30 Gen II vs Fenix HM71R

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix HM71R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix HM71R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix HM71R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix HM71R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 290% 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.

Acebeam L30 Gen II — Beam distance: 373 m (1224 ft)Acebeam L30 Gen II — Max candela: 34800 cdAcebeam L30 Gen II — Weight: 168 g (5.93 oz)Acebeam L30 Gen II — Length: 162 mm (6.38 in)Acebeam L30 Gen II — Retail price: US$126.4Acebeam L30 Gen II — Impact resistance: 1.2 m (4 ft)Fenix HM71R — Beam distance: 230 m (755 ft)Fenix HM71R — Max candela: 13300 cdFenix HM71R — Weight: 207.5 g (7.32 oz)Fenix HM71R — Length: 106 mm (4.17 in)Fenix HM71R — Retail price: US$128.5Fenix HM71R — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$126.4Cheapest
US$128.5Most expensive
Weight
168 g (5.93 oz)Lightest
207.5 g (7.32 oz)Heaviest
Length
162 mm (6.38 in)Longest
106 mm (4.17 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
2700 lmLowest output
Max candela
34800 cdHighest candela
13300 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
373 m (1224 ft)Highest
230 m (755 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
93600 minLongest runtime
24000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 / 1x 18650 / 2x CR123
1x21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 included)
Charging type
Micro USB
USB Type-C (supports 2A charging current)
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
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
▣Tactical Use▣Weapon Mounting▣Law Enforcement▣Self Defence▣Hunting▣Search & Rescue▣Outdoor Activities
▣Camping▣Work▣Emergency Use▣General Purpose Lighting▣Hands Free Tasks
Common praise
✓Very Bright Output With Good Throw Distance✓Robust Build Quality And Durable Materials✓Convenient Dual Switch Interface✓Reliable And Long Runtime With 21700 Battery✓Good Color Rendition With 5000k LED
✓High Maximum Output Of 2700 Lumens✓Good Beam Distance Of 230 Meters✓Versatile Dual LED (spot And Flood)✓Solid Build With Ip68 Waterproof Rating And 2m Impact Resistance✓Magnetic Tailcap Allows Hands Free Mounting On Metal Surfaces✓Detachable From Headband For Handheld Use✓Included High Capacity Rechargeable 21700 Battery With USB C Charging
Common complaints
⚠Can Get Hot At Higher Output Levels⚠Heavier Weight Without Battery
⚠Right Angle Form Factor May Not Be Ideal For Dedicated Headlamp Use Compared To T Type Headlamps⚠No Detailed Information On Switch Type Or Material Composition

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