Comparison Console
Acebeam P16 vs Fenix LD30R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix LD30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% 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.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam P16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% 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.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 237% 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$84.9Cheapest
US$86.48Most expensive
Weight
156.2 g (5.51 oz)Heaviest
132 g (4.66 oz)Lightest
Length
131.2 mm (5.17 in)Longest
129.7 mm (5.11 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
1700 lmLowest output
Max candela
58564 cdHighest candela
18037 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
484 m (1588 ft)Highest
267 m (876 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1320 minShortest runtime
4450 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (USB-C included) compatible with 2 x CR123/RCR123
1 included ARB-L18-3400 Li-ion rechargeable battery
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
All-metal CNC machined body with premium type HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementEmergency situationsEveryday carry (EDC)
EDCOutdoor useCampingEmergencyTactical
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 brightness and versatile modesDurable and well-built metal bodyConvenient dual-switch interfaceLong runtime on lower modesWaterproof and impact resistant
Common complaints
No LED replacement service from manufacturer
Price may be high compared to simpler flashlights