Comparison Console
Acebeam P16 2.0 vs Streamlight ProTac HL 3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 173% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 173% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1400% 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$98.99Cheapest
Weight
169.3 g (5.97 oz)Lightest
263.46 g (9.29 oz)Heaviest
Length
136.3 mm (5.37 in)Shortest
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
1100 lmLowest output
Max candela
73712 cdHighest candela
36000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
543 m (1781 ft)Highest
379 m (1243 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1800 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion
3 x CR123A lithium
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum with hard anodized finish
Anodized machined aircraft aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useSelf-defenseEveryday carryHigh-stress scenariosGeneral use
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesIndustrial workScene lighting
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
Bright wide beamLong runtime on low modeDurable aircraft aluminum constructionProgrammable TEN-TAP modesWaterproof and impact resistant
Common complaints
No compatibility with 2x RCR123 batteries
Weight relatively heavy for compact EDCNo built-in rechargeable battery
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