Comparison Console
Acebeam L30 Gen II vs Olight Seeker 2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Seeker 2 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 highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Seeker 2 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.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Seeker 2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Seeker 2 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.
Olight Seeker 2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 333% 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$110Cheapest
Weight
168 g (5.93 oz)Lightest
185 g (6.53 oz)Heaviest
Length
162 mm (6.38 in)Longest
126 mm (4.96 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
3000 lmLowest output
Max candela
34800 cdHighest candela
12100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
373 m (1224 ft)Highest
220 m (722 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
93600 minLongest runtime
21600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 / 1x 18650 / 2x CR123
Customized 21700 5000mAh rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
Micro USB
Magnetic USB charge base (1A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (5 meters submersible)
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized finish
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseWeapon MountingLaw EnforcementSelf DefenceHuntingSearch & RescueOutdoor Activities
Medium And Close Range IlluminationHome UseOutdoorsSearch And RescueHuntingCampingIndustrialSecurityPoliceSelf Defense
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 3000 LumensLong Runtime Especially On Lower Brightness LevelsComfortable Non Slip Aluminum Alloy BodyMagnetic USB Charging ConvenienceAccurate Battery Level IndicatorMultiple Useful Brightness ModesGood Beam Distance Of 220 MetersDurable IPX 8 Waterproof Rating
Common complaints
Can Get Hot At Higher Output LevelsHeavier Weight Without Battery
Initial High Output Level Runs Only 3 Minutes Before Stepping Down To 600 LumensMore Detailed Impact Resistance Rating Not ProvidedWeight (185g) May Be Heavy For Some Users
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