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Acebeam P16 vs Fenix E28R V2.0

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam P16 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam P16 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam P16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam P16 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1082% 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.

Acebeam P16 — Beam distance: 484 m (1588 ft)Acebeam P16 — Max candela: 58564 cdAcebeam P16 — Weight: 156.2 g (5.51 oz)Acebeam P16 — Length: 131.2 mm (5.17 in)Acebeam P16 — Retail price: US$84.9Acebeam P16 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Fenix E28R V2.0 — Beam distance: 273 m (896 ft)Fenix E28R V2.0 — Max candela: 18588 cdFenix E28R V2.0 — Weight: 128 g (4.52 oz)Fenix E28R V2.0 — Length: 121 mm (4.76 in)Fenix E28R V2.0 — Retail price: US$64.95Fenix E28R V2.0 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$84.9Most expensive
US$64.95Cheapest
Weight
156.2 g (5.51 oz)Heaviest
128 g (4.52 oz)Lightest
Length
131.2 mm (5.17 in)Longest
121 mm (4.76 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
1700 lmLowest output
Max candela
58564 cdHighest candela
18588 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
484 m (1588 ft)Highest
273 m (896 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1320 minShortest runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (USB-C included) compatible with 2 x CR123/RCR123
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementEmergency situationsEveryday carry (EDC)
Everyday carry (EDC)Daily commutingCampingHikingHands-free use with magnetic tail
Common praise
Long throw distance of 484 meters with a focused beamRugged and impact-resistant buildEasy and intuitive dual tail switch interfaceStable output and versatile brightness levelsIncluded rechargeable battery and USB-C charging
High output for sizeVersatile lighting modes including warning lightsUSB-C fast chargingSolid build quality and finishMagnetic tail for hands-free useGood runtime on lower modes
Common complaints
No LED replacement service from manufacturer
Slightly heavy for pocket carryTailcap is glued and only removable by tailNo included pouchBeam tint cooler and CRI moderate