Acebeam P15 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 282% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Acebeam P15 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Acebeam P15 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Acebeam P15 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 282% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Nitecore EDC29 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Acebeam P15 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1277% 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.
1 x 18650 rechargeable lithium ion lithium battery (customized)
Built-in 2500 mAh Li-ion battery
Charging type
Direct charging via included proprietary cable (not USB-C)
USB-C charging port (cable included)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters underwater)
IP54
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
High strength stainless steel body with PVD titanium coating and carbon fiber reinforced polymer frame
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC Use▣Tactical Applications▣Weapon Mount Compatible (m Lok And Picatinny)
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Tactical Use▣Search And Rescue▣Personal Defense▣Security Patrol▣Law Enforcement▣Emergency Lighting
Common praise
✓High Output Lumens With Efficient Long Distance Beam (330 Meters)✓Robust And Durable Construction With Aerospace Grade Aluminum And Hard Anodizing✓Modular Design Allowing Quick Transition Between Handheld And Rail Mounted Configurations✓Includes Rechargeable 18650 Battery With Fast Charging✓Ip68 Waterproof Rating And Good Impact Resistance✓Multiple Operational Modes With Intuitive Dual Switch Interface
✓Extremely High Maximum Brightness Output For Its Size✓Versatile Beam Modes Including Flood And Spotlight✓Quick USB C Charging With Built In Battery✓Durable Stainless Steel And Carbon Fiber Construction✓Useful Oled Display Showing Lumens, Runtime, And Battery Status✓Dedicated Turbo/strobe Button And Quick Access Modes✓Effective Lockout Switch To Prevent Accidental Activation✓Long Runtime On Low Modes
Common complaints
⚠Uses Proprietary Charging Cable (not USB C)⚠Charging Port Not Functional During Charging⚠Battery Must Be Charged Inside The Flashlight Only⚠Optional Tactical Accessories May Be Sold Separately
⚠Limited Water Resistance With Ip54 Rating (not Fully Waterproof)⚠No True Moonlight Mode (lowest Mode Is 13 15 Lumens)⚠Output Steps Lack A Very Low Moonlight Level Mode⚠Relatively Heavy For A Flat EDC Light⚠Oled Screen May Be Prone To Scratching⚠Restrictive Internal Battery (not User Replaceable)