Comparison Console
Acebeam L30 Gen II vs Fenix HM71R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
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.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, 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 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
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.
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 useWeapon mountingLaw enforcementSelf-defenceHuntingSearch & RescueOutdoor activities
CampingWorkEmergency useGeneral purpose lightingHands-free tasks
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 maximum output of 2700 lumensGood beam distance of 230 metersVersatile dual LED (spot and flood)Solid build with IP68 waterproof rating and 2m impact resistanceMagnetic tailcap allows hands-free mounting on metal surfacesDetachable from headband for handheld useIncluded high capacity rechargeable 21700 battery with USB-C charging
Common complaints
Can get hot at higher output levelsHeavier weight without battery
Right angle form factor may not be ideal for dedicated headlamp use compared to T-type headlampsNo detailed information on switch type or material composition
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