Comparison Console
Acebeam L35 vs Streamlight ProTac HL-X
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam L35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 285% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 285% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL-X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 19100% 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$126.9Most expensive
US$124Cheapest
Weight
161 g (5.68 oz)Lightest
176 g (6.21 oz)Heaviest
Length
152 mm (5.98 in)Longest
138 mm (5.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
1300 lmLowest output
Max candela
57600 cdHighest candela
35000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
480 m (1575 ft)Highest
374 m (1227 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
17280 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1× 21700 lithium-ion
SL-B26 USB rechargeable battery or 2x CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB-C (via included battery)
USB-C via battery pack
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (5 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
HAIII Aluminum
6000 series machined aircraft aluminum with Type II MIL-SPEC anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingDutyLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
Duty useTacticalEveryday carryLaw enforcement
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
High output with good beam distanceMulti-fuel flexibility prevents power lossDurable aircraft aluminum bodyTEN-TAP programming allows mode customization
Common complaints
Actual measured output slightly lower than claimed 5000 lumensTail switch protrusion prevents tailstandingCharging current limited to ~1A causing longer battery charge times
Clip quality could be betterTailcap switch sometimes mushy compared to competitors