Comparison Console
Acebeam P16 vs Streamlight PolyTac 90
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 260% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam P16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 260% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 487% 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$96.99Most expensive
Weight
156.2 g (5.51 oz)Heaviest
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
Length
131.2 mm (5.17 in)Longest
112.5 mm (4.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
58564 cdHighest candela
7000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
484 m (1588 ft)Highest
167 m (548 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1320 minLongest runtime
225 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (USB-C included) compatible with 2 x CR123/RCR123
1x Streamlight SL-B26 Li-Ion USB rechargeable battery pack or 2x CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB rechargeable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7 waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer with textured grip
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementEmergency situationsEveryday carry (EDC)
Industrial useEmergency respondersHands-free lighting with clipWear on gear, belts, or vests during work
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
Versatile multi-fuel capabilityRugged and durable constructionEffective hands-free use with clip and carabiner D-ringGood brightness with balanced beam pattern
Common complaints
No LED replacement service from manufacturer
Relatively short max runtime on highest mode with CR123A batteriesNo specific complaints clearly stated in source
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