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Acebeam P16 vs Sofirn LT2
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 15% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 481% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 267% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam P16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 481% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 267% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT2 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 17% 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$84.9
Unknown
Weight
156.2 g (5.51 oz)Lightest
184.1 g (6.49 oz)Heaviest
Length
131.2 mm (5.17 in)Shortest
154 mm (6.06 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
310 lmLowest output
Max candela
58564 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
484 m (1588 ft)Highest
12 m (39 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1320 minLongest runtime
360 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (USB-C included) compatible with 2 x CR123/RCR123
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
6061 aircraft-grade aluminum with type 3 hard anodized coating
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementEmergency situationsEveryday carry (EDC)
Close range tasksMedium range tasksCampingGeneral portable 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
Compact and well-balanced handheld designPowerful and adjustable lighting with high CRI LEDsLong runtime on usable light levelsRobust build with quality anodizing and materialsUSB-C and power bank capability
Common complaints
No LED replacement service from manufacturer
No standard tripod mounting threadSome users find Anduril 2 firmware complex to masterSpring in base can cause grit feelingNo included manual in some batches
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