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Acebeam L30 Gen II vs SureFire X400V
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire X400V 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 83% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1043% 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 83% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 493% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V 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 heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1043% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 62300% 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$749Most expensive
Weight
168 g (5.93 oz)Heaviest
162 g (5.71 oz)Lightest
Length
162 mm (6.38 in)Longest
101 mm (3.98 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
350 lmLowest output
Max candela
34800 cdHighest candela
11500 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
373 m (1224 ft)Highest
225 m (738 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
93600 minLongest runtime
150 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 / 1x 18650 / 2x CR123
Two 123A lithium
Charging type
Micro USB
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX-8 (5 meters submersible)
IPX4
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized finish
Aluminum with Mil-Spec hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseWeapon MountingLaw EnforcementSelf DefenceHuntingSearch & RescueOutdoor Activities
Tactical OperationsUse With Night Vision DevicesForce On Force TrainingWeapon Mounting On Handguns And Long Guns
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
Versatile Dual Spectrum Illumination ModesHigh Quality Recoil Proof Leds With Stable OutputMultiple Activation Switch Options With Ambidextrous ControlsDurable Aerospace Aluminum Body With Hard Anodized FinishEffective Infrared Laser For Stealth And Training
Common complaints
Can Get Hot At Higher Output LevelsHeavier Weight Without Battery
Relatively Short Runtime On High Output White LightNo Rechargeable Battery Or Charging Options IncludedIpx4 Water Resistance May Not Suit Extreme Wet EnvironmentsRelatively High Retail Price Compared To Casual Flashlights
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