Comparison Console
Acebeam L30 Gen II vs Fenix UC30
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix UC30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix UC30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix UC30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 111% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 118% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 940% 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$59.95Cheapest
Weight
168 g (5.93 oz)Heaviest
77 g (2.72 oz)Lightest
Length
162 mm (6.38 in)Longest
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
34800 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
373 m (1224 ft)Highest
253 m (830 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
93600 minLongest runtime
9000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 / 1x 18650 / 2x CR123
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A Lithium batteries
Charging type
Micro USB
Micro USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (5 meters submersible)
IPX8 (submersible up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useWeapon mountingLaw enforcementSelf-defenceHuntingSearch & RescueOutdoor activities
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesProfessional use
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
Compact and solid build qualityHigh maximum brightness of 1000 lumensMultiple output levels with strobeUSB rechargeable with included batteryWaterproof and dust proof with IPX8 ratingStainless steel side switch with battery indicatorGood battery life and regulated output
Common complaints
Can get hot at higher output levelsHeavier weight without battery
Turbo mode automatically downshifts after 3 minutesNo integrated pocket clipWeight excludes battery
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