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Acebeam L30 vs SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro

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

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SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 471% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam L30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 117% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam L30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam L30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 471% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro 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 52264% 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 — Max lumens: 4000 lmSureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro — Beam distance: 632 m (2073 ft)SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro — Max candela: 100000 cdSureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro — Weight: 156 g (5.50 oz)SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro — Length: 150 mm (5.91 in)SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro — Retail price: US$399SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro — Max lumens: 700 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Specification
Acebeam L30
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro
Price & carry
Retail price
US$183.9Cheapest
US$399Most expensive
Weight
168 g (5.93 oz)Heaviest
156 g (5.50 oz)Lightest
Length
162 mm (6.38 in)Longest
150 mm (5.91 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
700 lmLowest output
Max candela
34800 cdLowest candela
100000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
373 m (1224 ft)Lowest
632 m (2073 ft)Highest
Max runtime
86400 minLongest runtime
165 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 rechargeable Li-ion
One SF18650 rechargeable or two CR123A lithium primary batteries
Charging type
USB charging
Unknown
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
Aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard anodized
Use case profile
Best for
▣Tactical Use▣Weapon Mounting▣Hunting▣Law Enforcement▣Search & Rescue▣Self Defense▣Outdoor Activities
▣Long Range Target Identification▣Weapon Mounting For Military/law Enforcement Use▣Positive Target Identification At Extreme Distance
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
✓Outstanding Beam Intensity For Long Range Identification (100,000 Candela)✓Long Runtime For Its Class (2.5 2.75 Hours)✓Dual Fuel Capability Offers Flexibility Between Rechargeable Battery And Primary Lithium✓Rugged Aerospace Aluminum Construction With Ipx7 Waterproof Rating✓Compatible With Multiple Mounting Systems And Remote Switches
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
⚠Premium Price Point⚠Lower Lumen Output Compared To Some Flood Lights⚠Rechargeable Battery Sold Only As Surefire Format⚠Designed Primarily For Long Throw Rather Than Wide Area Illumination⚠Heavier Than Compact Scout Light Variants
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