Comparison Console
Acebeam L30 vs SureFire Fury DFT
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam L30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 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 167% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Fury DFT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Fury DFT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Fury DFT stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 167% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Fury DFT 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 41043% 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$259Most expensive
Weight
168 g (5.93 oz)Lightest
184 g (6.49 oz)Heaviest
Length
162 mm (6.38 in)Longest
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1500 lmLowest output
Max candela
34800 cdHighest candela
25200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
373 m (1224 ft)Highest
315 m (1033 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
86400 minLongest runtime
210 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 rechargeable Li-ion
One SF18650B lithium-ion rechargeable (included) or two 123A lithium batteries (not included)
Charging type
USB charging
Micro USB (for SF18650B battery)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with Type III hard anodized finish
Mil-Spec hard anodized aluminum body, tempered window & O-ring seals
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useWeapon mountingHuntingLaw enforcementSearch & RescueSelf-defenseOutdoor activities
Tactical useEMS and law enforcement professionalsOutdoor and rescue workUsers requiring a bright, long-reaching flexible spotlight
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 with up to 1,500 lumens outputFlexible dual fuel battery systemDurable construction suitable for harsh environmentsSimple and effective interfaceGood beam distance and intensity
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
Lack of multiple brightness modes besides high outputNo included lanyard or pocket clipSome desire for duty holster with spare battery storage