Comparison Console
Acebeam P16 vs Nitecore EC4GTS
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam P16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1627% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam P16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1627% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 18% 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$90Most expensive
Weight
156.2 g (5.51 oz)Lightest
171 g (6.03 oz)Heaviest
Length
131.2 mm (5.17 in)Shortest
155 mm (6.10 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lm
1800 lm
Max candela
58564 cdHighest candela
39220 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
484 m (1588 ft)Highest
396 m (1299 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1320 minShortest runtime
22800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (USB-C included) compatible with 2 x CR123/RCR123
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 alloy
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementEmergency situationsEveryday carry (EDC)
Search and rescueOutdoor campingWalking/hikingBug-Out Bag (BOB)
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 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 LED replacement service from manufacturer
No clip included for pocket carryRequires button top 18650 batteries for proper contact
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