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Acebeam P16 vs Nitecore P12
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore P12 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 11% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam P16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2100% 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$95Most expensive
Weight
156.2 g (5.51 oz)Heaviest
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
Length
131.2 mm (5.17 in)Longest
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
1300 lmLowest output
Max candela
58564 cdHighest candela
6400 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
484 m (1588 ft)Highest
160 m (525 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1320 minLongest runtime
60 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (USB-C included) compatible with 2 x CR123/RCR123
16340 Li-ion / CR123A
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
Unknown
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementEmergency situationsEveryday carry (EDC)
Everyday carryTactical useIndoor and most outdoor lighting
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
Multiple brightness levels including red light optionsSolid durability with glass breakers on bezelCompact and lightweight for easy EDC
Common complaints
No LED replacement service from manufacturer
Brightest white mode has shorter throw distance than some competitorsRotating collar switch may add bulk
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