Comparison Console
Acebeam L30 vs Acebeam L30 Gen II
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 cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8% 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 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8% 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$183.9Most expensive
US$126.4Cheapest
Weight
168 g (5.93 oz)
168 g (5.93 oz)
Length
162 mm (6.38 in)
162 mm (6.38 in)
Output
Max lumens
4000 lm
4000 lm
Max candela
34800 cd
34800 cd
Beam distance
373 m (1224 ft)
373 m (1224 ft)
Max runtime
86400 minShortest runtime
93600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 rechargeable Li-ion
1x 21700 / 1x 18650 / 2x CR123
Charging type
USB charging
Micro USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX-8 (5 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
1.2 m (4 ft)
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with Type III hard anodized finish
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useWeapon mountingHuntingLaw enforcementSearch & RescueSelf-defenseOutdoor activities
Tactical useWeapon mountingLaw enforcementSelf-defenceHuntingSearch & RescueOutdoor activities
Common praise
Exceptional max output and stabilityVersatile user interface combining tactical and utility modesGood build quality and precise machiningUSB charging capabilitySolid runtime at mid outputs
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
Common complaints
USB port flap can open in holster compromising waterproofingCool white tint has uneven beam and strong rainbow effectBody can get uncomfortably hot in higher modesNeeds 18650 adapter and spacer for battery usageToo large and heavy for casual pocket carry
Can get hot at higher output levelsHeavier weight without battery