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Acebeam L30 Gen II vs Nitecore EDC29
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2457% 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$109.95Cheapest
Weight
168 g (5.93 oz)Heaviest
160 g (5.64 oz)Lightest
Length
162 mm (6.38 in)Longest
134 mm (5.28 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmLowest output
6500 lmHighest output
Max candela
34800 cdLowest candela
40230 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
373 m (1224 ft)Lowest
400 m (1312 ft)Highest
Max runtime
93600 minLongest runtime
3660 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 / 1x 18650 / 2x CR123
Built-in 2500 mAh Li-ion battery
Charging type
Micro USB
USB-C charging port (cable included)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (5 meters submersible)
IP54
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized finish
High strength stainless steel body with PVD titanium coating and carbon fiber reinforced polymer frame
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useWeapon mountingLaw enforcementSelf-defenceHuntingSearch & RescueOutdoor activities
Everyday carry (EDC)Tactical useSearch and rescuePersonal defenseSecurity patrolLaw enforcementEmergency lighting
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
Extremely high maximum brightness output for its sizeVersatile beam modes including flood and spotlightQuick USB-C charging with built-in batteryDurable stainless steel and carbon fiber constructionUseful OLED display showing lumens, runtime, and battery statusDedicated turbo/strobe button and quick access modesEffective lockout switch to prevent accidental activationLong runtime on low modes
Common complaints
Can get hot at higher output levelsHeavier weight without battery
Limited water resistance with IP54 rating (not fully waterproof)No true moonlight mode (lowest mode is 13-15 lumens)Output steps lack a very low moonlight-level modeRelatively heavy for a flat EDC lightOLED screen may be prone to scratchingRestrictive internal battery (not user replaceable)
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