Comparison Console
Acebeam P16 vs ThruNite Catapult V6
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 19% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 633% 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$60Cheapest
Weight
156.2 g (5.51 oz)Lightest
192 g (6.77 oz)Heaviest
Length
131.2 mm (5.17 in)Shortest
132 mm (5.20 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
1700 lmLowest output
Max candela
58564 cdLowest candela
140650 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
484 m (1588 ft)Lowest
750 m (2461 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1320 minLongest runtime
180 minShortest 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
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
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementEmergency situationsEveryday carry (EDC)
Long-range EDCCampingSearch and rescueOutdoor tactical use
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
Excellent beam throw and intensityGood build quality and solid machiningSimple and functional UIIncludes belt holster and lanyard
Common complaints
No LED replacement service from manufacturer
Too large for pocket carrySide switch can feel cheap and has some travel and rockThermal regulation only after timed stepdownElectronic lockout considered unnecessary by some users
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