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Acebeam P16 vs ThruNite Catapult Pro

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Acebeam P16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 49% 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. ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam P16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam P16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam P16 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam P16 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 400% 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.

Acebeam P16 — Beam distance: 484 m (1588 ft)Acebeam P16 — Max candela: 58564 cdAcebeam P16 — Weight: 156.2 g (5.51 oz)Acebeam P16 — Length: 131.2 mm (5.17 in)Acebeam P16 — Retail price: US$84.9Acebeam P16 — Max lumens: 1800 lmThruNite Catapult Pro — Beam distance: 1005 m (3297 ft)ThruNite Catapult Pro — Max candela: 252000 cdThruNite Catapult Pro — Weight: 308 g (10.86 oz)ThruNite Catapult Pro — Length: 150.5 mm (5.93 in)ThruNite Catapult Pro — Retail price: US$90ThruNite Catapult Pro — Max lumens: 2713 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$84.9Cheapest
US$90Most expensive
Weight
156.2 g (5.51 oz)Lightest
308 g (10.86 oz)Heaviest
Length
131.2 mm (5.17 in)Shortest
150.5 mm (5.93 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmLowest output
2713 lmHighest output
Max candela
58564 cdLowest candela
252000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
484 m (1588 ft)Lowest
1005 m (3297 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1320 minShortest runtime
6600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (USB-C included) compatible with 2 x CR123/RCR123
1x 26650 Li-ion rechargeable battery (5000mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Aerospace-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Tactical Use▣Law Enforcement▣Emergency Situations▣Everyday Carry (EDC)
▣Long Range Throw▣Outdoor Activities Needing Powerful Beam▣General Purpose Use Where Reach Is Important
Common praise
✓Long Throw Distance Of 484 Meters With A Focused Beam✓Rugged And Impact Resistant Build✓Easy And Intuitive Dual Tail Switch Interface✓Stable Output And Versatile Brightness Levels✓Included Rechargeable Battery And USB C Charging
✓Excellent Build Quality With Aerospace Grade Aluminum✓High Maximum Output And Long Throw Distance✓Smooth Ramping Interface For Customizable Brightness✓Good Runtime Performance✓Comprehensive Accessory Kit Included✓Reliable Electronic Lockout Feature✓USB C Fast Charging Capability
Common complaints
⚠No LED Replacement Service From Manufacturer
⚠Larger Size Limits Pocket EDC Carry⚠Ramping Speed Slightly Slow For Some Users⚠Electronic Lockout Adds Ui Complexity⚠Light Steps Down Output Sharply On Low Voltage Protection

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