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Acebeam L35 vs Acebeam P16 2.0

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

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Acebeam L35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam L35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam L35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam L35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam L35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 860% 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 L35 — Beam distance: 480 m (1575 ft)Acebeam L35 — Max candela: 57600 cdAcebeam L35 — Weight: 161 g (5.68 oz)Acebeam L35 — Length: 152 mm (5.98 in)Acebeam L35 — Retail price: US$126.9Acebeam L35 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Acebeam P16 2.0 — Beam distance: 543 m (1781 ft)Acebeam P16 2.0 — Max candela: 73712 cdAcebeam P16 2.0 — Weight: 169.3 g (5.97 oz)Acebeam P16 2.0 — Length: 136.3 mm (5.37 in)Acebeam P16 2.0 — Retail price: US$99.9Acebeam P16 2.0 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$126.9Most expensive
US$99.9Cheapest
Weight
161 g (5.68 oz)Lightest
169.3 g (5.97 oz)Heaviest
Length
152 mm (5.98 in)Longest
136.3 mm (5.37 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
3000 lmLowest output
Max candela
57600 cdLowest candela
73712 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
480 m (1575 ft)Lowest
543 m (1781 ft)Highest
Max runtime
17280 minLongest runtime
1800 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1× 21700 lithium-ion
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
USB-C (via included battery)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (5 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
HAIII Aluminum
AL6061-T6 aluminum with hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingDutyLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
Tactical useSelf-defenseEveryday carryHigh-stress scenariosGeneral use
Common praise
High maximum output of 5000 lumensLong beam throw of 480 metersDurable build quality with IP68 ratingConvenient USB-C charging through the batteryDual switch interface for tactical and everyday useIncludes useful accessories such as nylon holster, lanyard, spare O-rings, and pocket clip
Bright and clear light outputImpressive beam throwDurable construction with good impact resistanceIntuitive dual tail-switch UIFast USB-C charging with battery indicatorIncludes holster and two-way clip for versatile carry
Common complaints
Actual measured output slightly lower than claimed 5000 lumensTail switch protrusion prevents tailstandingCharging current limited to ~1A causing longer battery charge times
No compatibility with 2x RCR123 batteries