Comparison Console
Acebeam P15 vs Olight Baton 3 Pro Max
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam P15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P15 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P15 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P15 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 71% 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$120.95Most expensive
Weight
152 g (5.36 oz)Heaviest
148 g (5.22 oz)Lightest
Length
131 mm (5.16 in)Longest
114 mm (4.49 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
2500 lmHighest output
Max candela
27225 cdHighest candela
6974 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
330 m (1083 ft)Highest
167 m (548 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
50400 minShortest runtime
86400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable lithium ion lithium battery (customized)
1x 21700 proprietary Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
Direct charging via included proprietary cable (not USB-C)
Proprietary magnetic USB charging cable (MCC3)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters underwater)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
7075 aerospace aluminum alloy with HAIII hard anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aluminum (black and green versions) or magnesium alloy (desert tan version)
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useTactical applicationsWeapon mount compatible (M-LOK and Picatinny)
Everyday carry (EDC)General outdoor activitiesPowerful illumination with long runtimeSafe use near skin due to proximity sensor
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 build quality and solid machiningPowerful 2500 lumens output with good beam distance (~167 m)Very long maximum runtime (up to 60 days/86400 minutes)User-friendly interface with easy-to-use recessed side switchProximity sensor to prevent accidental burns, which can be disabledConvenient magnetic proprietary charging with included MCC3 USB cableLightweight magnesium alloy version availableIncludes a travel pouch and magnetic L-shaped stand for storage
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
Battery is a proprietary 21700 cell limiting battery replacement optionsLight is larger than previous 18650 Baton models, potentially bulky for someLimited impact resistance information and no explicit tested drop rating