Comparison Console
Acebeam P16 2.0 vs Nitecore EC4GTS
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1167% 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$99.9Most expensive
US$90Cheapest
Weight
169.3 g (5.97 oz)Lightest
171 g (6.03 oz)Heaviest
Length
136.3 mm (5.37 in)Shortest
155 mm (6.10 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
1800 lmLowest output
Max candela
73712 cdHighest candela
39220 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
543 m (1781 ft)Highest
396 m (1299 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1800 minShortest runtime
22800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion
2 x 18650 Li-Ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum with hard anodized finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useSelf-defenseEveryday carryHigh-stress scenariosGeneral use
Search and rescueOutdoor campingWalking/hikingBug-Out Bag (BOB)
Common praise
Bright and clear light outputImpressive beam throwDurable construction with good impact resistanceIntuitive dual tail-switch UIFast USB-C charging with battery indicatorIncludes holster and two-way clip for versatile carry
High output with effective beam throwDurable build quality with quality materials and anodizingErgonomic design with good grip even in wet conditionsUseful UI with direct access to Turbo and Ultra-LowLong maximum runtime and efficient thermal regulation
Common complaints
No compatibility with 2x RCR123 batteries
No clip included for pocket carryRequires button top 18650 batteries for proper contact
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