SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P15 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 325% 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 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1308% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Acebeam P15 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Acebeam P15 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 325% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
SureFire XVL2 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 55900% 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)
1x CR123A lithium battery
Charging type
Direct charging via included proprietary cable (not USB-C)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters underwater)
IPX8 (66 feet, 2 hours)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
7075 aerospace aluminum alloy with HAIII hard anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aluminum, Mil-Spec Hard-Anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC Use▣Tactical Applications▣Weapon Mount Compatible (m Lok And Picatinny)
▣Handgun And Carbine Weapon Mounting▣Tactical Use In Low Light And Infrared Environments
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
✓Durable Mil Spec Aluminum Construction✓Versatile Multi Spectrum Lighting And Laser Options✓Compact Size And Lightweight Design✓Ipx8 Waterproof Rating✓Ambidextrous Switching For Tactical Use
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
⚠High Retail Price⚠Short Runtime On White Light Mode (1.5 Hours)⚠Non Rechargeable Battery Requirement (uses Disposable Cr123a)