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Acebeam L30 vs Fenix TK20R V2.0

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Acebeam L30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam L30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam L30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam L30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam L30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 37795% 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.

Acebeam L30 — Beam distance: 373 m (1224 ft)Acebeam L30 — Max candela: 34800 cdAcebeam L30 — Weight: 168 g (5.93 oz)Acebeam L30 — Length: 162 mm (6.38 in)Acebeam L30 — Retail price: US$183.9Acebeam L30 — Impact resistance: 1.2 m (4 ft)Fenix TK20R V2.0 — Beam distance: 475 m (1558 ft)Fenix TK20R V2.0 — Max candela: 56400 cdFenix TK20R V2.0 — Weight: 184 g (6.49 oz)Fenix TK20R V2.0 — Length: 148 mm (5.83 in)Fenix TK20R V2.0 — Retail price: US$129.95Fenix TK20R V2.0 — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$183.9Most expensive
US$129.95Cheapest
Weight
168 g (5.93 oz)Lightest
184 g (6.49 oz)Heaviest
Length
162 mm (6.38 in)Longest
148 mm (5.83 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
3000 lmLowest output
Max candela
34800 cdLowest candela
56400 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
373 m (1224 ft)Lowest
475 m (1558 ft)Highest
Max runtime
86400 minLongest runtime
228 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 rechargeable Li-ion
1×21700 rechargeable lithium-ion battery (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 included)
Charging type
USB charging
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with Type III hard anodized finish
Aluminum (A6061-T6) with hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Tactical Use▣Weapon Mounting▣Hunting▣Law Enforcement▣Search & Rescue▣Self Defense▣Outdoor Activities
▣Tactical Use▣Long Range Throw▣EDC▣Outdoor Exploration▣Law Enforcement▣Security▣Search & Rescue
Common praise
✓Exceptional Max Output And Stability✓Versatile User Interface Combining Tactical And Utility Modes✓Good Build Quality And Precise Machining✓USB Charging Capability✓Solid Runtime At Mid Outputs
✓High Output With Excellent Throw Performance✓Durable Aluminum Construction With Waterproof Rating✓Convenient USB C Charging And Included Battery✓Good Ergonomic Design And Balance✓Highly Rated By Customers With Strong Value For Money
Common complaints
⚠USB Port Flap Can Open In Holster Compromising Waterproofing⚠Cool White Tint Has Uneven Beam And Strong Rainbow Effect⚠Body Can Get Uncomfortably Hot In Higher Modes⚠Needs 18650 Adapter And Spacer For Battery Usage⚠Too Large And Heavy For Casual Pocket Carry
⚠Heavier And Larger Than Compact EDC Lights⚠No Electronic Lockout Feature Requiring Physical Tailcap Lock To Prevent Activation⚠May Downshift In Output After Extended Use Due To Thermal Regulation

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