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Acebeam P16 vs Wuben L1

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 8% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Wuben L1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam P16 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam P16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Wuben L1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam P16 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Wuben L1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Wuben L1 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Acebeam P16 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 1% 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 lmWuben L1 — Beam distance: 350 m (1148 ft)Wuben L1 — Max candela: 30625 cdWuben L1 — Weight: 170 g (6.00 oz)Wuben L1 — Length: 130 mm (5.12 in)Wuben L1 — Retail price: US$79Wuben L1 — Max lumens: 2000 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Specification
Price & carry
Retail price
US$84.9Most expensive
US$79Cheapest
Weight
156.2 g (5.51 oz)Lightest
170 g (6.00 oz)Heaviest
Length
131.2 mm (5.17 in)Longest
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
58564 cdHighest candela
30625 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
484 m (1588 ft)Highest
350 m (1148 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1320 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (USB-C included) compatible with 2 x CR123/RCR123
21700
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementEmergency situationsEveryday carry (EDC)
EDC useCampingHikingMechanic workVersatile lighting needs
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 dual-light sources with rotating headSolid build and anodized aluminum bodyStrong clip and magnet for multiple carry optionsOnboard charging with USB-C portIncluded high capacity 21700 battery
Common complaints
No LED replacement service from manufacturer
Brightness output drops quickly after turbo mode startButtons are easy to press causing accidental activationUI differs between throw and flood channelsNo moonlight mode availableNo electrical lockout feature