Comparison Console
Acebeam L30 vs SureFire E1D LED Defender
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1233% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1233% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 110669% 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$183.9Cheapest
US$195Most expensive
Weight
168 g (5.93 oz)Heaviest
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Length
162 mm (6.38 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
300 lmLowest output
Max candela
34800 cdHighest candela
6620 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
373 m (1224 ft)Highest
81.5 m (267 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
86400 minLongest runtime
78 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 rechargeable Li-ion
1x 123A lithium
Charging type
USB charging
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX8
Unknown
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with Type III hard anodized finish
High-strength aerospace aluminum body, Mil-Spec hard-anodized finish, coated tempered glass window
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useWeapon mountingHuntingLaw enforcementSearch & RescueSelf-defenseOutdoor activities
Everyday carryTactical useSelf-defense
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
Compact and powerful output for sizeReliable dual-output modes with regulated LEDDurable aerospace aluminum constructionEffective personal defense strike bezelLong runtime on low mode (up to approximately 47 hours)
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
Relatively expensiveCrenellated bezel can scratch fabrics or belongingsLimited runtime on highest output (around 1.3 hours)
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