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Acebeam P15 vs Acebeam W20

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

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Acebeam W20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P15 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 183% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam P15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam W20 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam W20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam P15 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam W20 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam P15 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 183% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam W20 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam P15 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 62900% 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 P15 — Beam distance: 330 m (1083 ft)Acebeam P15 — Max candela: 27225 cdAcebeam P15 — Weight: 152 g (5.36 oz)Acebeam P15 — Length: 131 mm (5.16 in)Acebeam P15 — Retail price: US$115Acebeam P15 — Max lumens: 1700 lmAcebeam W20 — Beam distance: 1100 m (3609 ft)Acebeam W20 — Max candela: 302500 cdAcebeam W20 — Weight: 130.6 g (4.61 oz)Acebeam W20 — Length: 115.1 mm (4.53 in)Acebeam W20 — Retail price: US$189.9Acebeam W20 — Max lumens: 600 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$115Cheapest
US$189.9Most expensive
Weight
152 g (5.36 oz)Heaviest
130.6 g (4.61 oz)Lightest
Length
131 mm (5.16 in)Longest
115.1 mm (4.53 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
600 lmLowest output
Max candela
27225 cdLowest candela
302500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
330 m (1083 ft)Lowest
1100 m (3609 ft)Highest
Max runtime
50400 minLongest runtime
80 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable lithium ion lithium battery (customized)
16340 rechargeable Li-ion (compatible with CR123 primary battery)
Charging type
Direct charging via included proprietary cable (not USB-C)
USB-C (on battery)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters underwater)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
7075 aerospace aluminum alloy with HAIII hard anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDC UseTactical ApplicationsWeapon Mount Compatible (m Lok And Picatinny)
Tactical UseLong Range SpottingClose Range IlluminationOutdoor AdventuresSearch And RescueEveryday 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
Compact Size With Excellent Long Range Performance.Wide Angle Spill Solves Close Range Illumination Issues Common In Lep Lights.Durable Build With Ip68 Rating And Good Drop Resistance.Intuitive Dual Switch Interface For Fast Operation.Rechargeable Battery With USB C Charging On The Cell.
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
Limited Runtime At Maximum Output (20 Seconds Before Step Down).Battery Charging Requires Removing The Cell Due To USB C Port On Battery Itself.Some Complexity In Controlling Modes Due To Dual Switch Design.

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