Comparison Console
Acebeam L30 Gen II vs Nitecore SRT7i
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 4% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% 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 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% 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$129.95Most expensive
Weight
168 g (5.93 oz)Lightest
175 g (6.17 oz)Heaviest
Length
162 mm (6.38 in)Shortest
163 mm (6.42 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
3000 lmLowest output
Max candela
34800 cdLowest candela
87500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
373 m (1224 ft)Lowest
580 m (1903 ft)Highest
Max runtime
93600 minLongest runtime
48000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 / 1x 18650 / 2x CR123
Nitecore 21700i Li-ion battery (NL2150HPi 5000mAh)
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
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useWeapon mountingLaw enforcementSelf-defenceHuntingSearch & RescueOutdoor activities
Law enforcementTactical operationsHuntingSearchHigh-risk patrols
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 brightness of 3000 lumensLong beam throw of 580 metersGood battery capacity with included 21700 5000mAh rechargeable batterySmart selector ring enables easy one-handed controlDurable build with IP68 waterproofing and 2m impact resistanceFast USB-C charging portMultiple user-friendly modes including strobe and turboEffective tail stand capability for safety
Common complaints
Can get hot at higher output levelsHeavier weight without battery
Relatively heavy with battery at 175 gramsNo CR123A batteries included with adapter sold separatelySome users may find the size large for EDC
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