Comparison Console
Acebeam P16 vs ThruNite Defender
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Defender stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Defender 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 Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 29% 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$76Cheapest
Weight
156.2 g (5.51 oz)Heaviest
108 g (3.81 oz)Lightest
Length
131.2 mm (5.17 in)Longest
118 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
1619 lmLowest output
Max candela
58564 cdHighest candela
4880 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
484 m (1588 ft)Highest
139 m (456 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1320 minLongest runtime
1020 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (USB-C included) compatible with 2 x CR123/RCR123
Built-in 1500mAh LiPo
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
HAIII black anodized 6061 aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementEmergency situationsEveryday carry (EDC)
EDC utility tasksInspection workMechanicsElectriciansHVAC professionals
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 3-in-1 lighting with white, UV, and laserFlat and pocketable designUSB-C charging with battery level indicatorsStrong magnetic base and two-way clipGood runtime and output for EDC
Common complaints
No LED replacement service from manufacturer
Moonlight mode activation is somewhat slowBattery is built-in and not user replaceableLight heats up under extended Turbo useLow CRI cool white tint
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