Comparison Console
Acebeam P15 vs Acebeam PT40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam PT40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam P15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P15 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P15 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P15 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 950% 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$115Cheapest
US$175Most expensive
Weight
152 g (5.36 oz)Heaviest
145 g (5.11 oz)Lightest
Length
131 mm (5.16 in)Longest
126.8 mm (4.99 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
27225 cdHighest candela
3680 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
330 m (1083 ft)Highest
121 m (397 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
50400 minLongest runtime
4800 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable lithium ion lithium battery (customized)
18650 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
Direct charging via included proprietary cable (not USB-C)
Micro USB (via included cable, optional battery with USB-C port)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters underwater)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
7075 aerospace aluminum alloy with HAIII hard anodized anti-abrasive finish
A6061-T6 aluminium alloy with Type III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDC UseTactical ApplicationsWeapon Mount Compatible (m Lok And Picatinny)
Industrial WorkVehicle RepairCampingOutdoor SportsLaw EnforcementEveryday Carry
Common praise
High Output Lumens With Efficient Long Distance Beam (330 Meters)Robust And Durable Construction With Aerospace Grade Aluminum And Hard AnodizingModular Design Allowing Quick Transition Between Handheld And Rail Mounted ConfigurationsIncludes Rechargeable 18650 Battery With Fast ChargingIp68 Waterproof Rating And Good Impact ResistanceMultiple Operational Modes With Intuitive Dual Switch Interface
High Brightness And Good Beam QualityVersatile Mounting Options Including Magnetic Tail And Pocket ClipHigh Color Rendering Index Reducing Eye StrainSolid Build Quality With Aircraft Grade Aluminum Body
Common complaints
Uses Proprietary Charging Cable (not USB C)Charging Port Not Functional During ChargingBattery Must Be Charged Inside The Flashlight OnlyOptional Tactical Accessories May Be Sold Separately
Magnet Not Very Strong On Curved Metal SurfacesHeadband Attachment Not Very Comfortable For Switching Between Handheld And Headlamp UsePocket Clip Is Not Very Stiff And Less Comfortable To Clip Onto Pockets
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