Comparison Console
Acebeam L30 vs SureFire X400V
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire X400V stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1043% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 307% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1043% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V 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 57500% 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$749Most expensive
Weight
168 g (5.93 oz)Heaviest
162 g (5.71 oz)Lightest
Length
162 mm (6.38 in)Longest
101 mm (3.98 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
350 lmLowest output
Max candela
34800 cdHighest candela
11500 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
373 m (1224 ft)Highest
225 m (738 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
86400 minLongest runtime
150 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 rechargeable Li-ion
Two 123A lithium
Charging type
USB charging
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX8
IPX4
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with Type III hard anodized finish
Aluminum with Mil-Spec hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useWeapon mountingHuntingLaw enforcementSearch & RescueSelf-defenseOutdoor activities
Tactical operationsUse with night vision devicesForce-on-force trainingWeapon mounting on handguns and long guns
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
Versatile dual-spectrum illumination modesHigh-quality recoil-proof LEDs with stable outputMultiple activation switch options with ambidextrous controlsDurable aerospace aluminum body with hard anodized finishEffective infrared laser for stealth and training
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 short runtime on high output white lightNo rechargeable battery or charging options includedIPX4 water resistance may not suit extreme wet environmentsRelatively high retail price compared to casual flashlights