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Acebeam P16 vs Wuben L3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam P16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben L3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 445% 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$49.99Cheapest
Weight
156.2 g (5.51 oz)Lightest
180.7 g (6.37 oz)Heaviest
Length
131.2 mm (5.17 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
58564 cdHighest candela
12800 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
484 m (1588 ft)Highest
226 m (741 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1320 minShortest runtime
7200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (USB-C included) compatible with 2 x CR123/RCR123
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C 18W
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Aluminium
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseLaw EnforcementEmergency SituationsEveryday Carry (EDC)
Tactical UseOutdoor ActivitiesDog WalkingEveryday Carry
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 Max Output Of 3000 LumensGood Sustained Output And Thermal RegulationFast USB C Charging With Powerbank FeatureCompact And Lightweight Design For A 21700 LightReliable Build Quality And Anodized FinishConvenient Mode Memory And Versatile User InterfaceIncludes Accessories Like Belt Clip And Lanyard
Common complaints
No LED Replacement Service From Manufacturer
Tint Has Low Cri And A Greenish HueTurbo Mode Is Only Momentary, Not ConstantMode Order Cycling Can Be ConfusingButton Can Be Stiff And Somewhat RecessedNo Mechanical Lockout, Some Standby Drain Possible
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