Comparison Console
Acebeam P16 vs ThruNite BSS V5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 774% 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$84.9Most expensive
US$75.99Cheapest
Weight
156.2 g (5.51 oz)Heaviest
147 g (5.19 oz)Lightest
Length
131.2 mm (5.17 in)Shortest
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmLowest output
2676 lmHighest output
Max candela
58564 cdHighest candela
16200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
484 m (1588 ft)Highest
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1320 minLongest runtime
151 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (USB-C included) compatible with 2 x CR123/RCR123
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Aluminium Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementEmergency situationsEveryday carry (EDC)
EDCTactical useWeapon mounting
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 turbo output of 2676 lumensUSB-C onboard chargingSolid build with aluminium alloy bodyDual switch interface with tactical tail switch and electronic side switchIncludes accessories like battery, pocket clip, nylon pouch, charging cable, red filter, spare O-rings and manual
Common complaints
No LED replacement service from manufacturer
Slightly green/yellow tint on low modesPocket clip allows only bezel-down tail carryCharging port can be slightly crooked
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