Comparison Console
Acebeam P17 vs Acebeam P18
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam P17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P17 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P18 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam P17 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P18 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P18 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P18 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P18 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 10% 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$119.9Cheapest
US$129.9Most expensive
Weight
227 g (8.01 oz)Lightest
256 g (9.03 oz)Heaviest
Length
147 mm (5.79 in)Longest
145 mm (5.71 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4900 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
49506 cdLowest candela
98910 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
445 m (1460 ft)Lowest
629 m (2064 ft)Highest
Max runtime
28800 minShortest runtime
31680 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×21700 rechargeable Li-ion battery
21700 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB-C on battery
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard anodization
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseHuntingSearch And RescueLaw EnforcementOutdoor Activities
Tactical UseProfessional UseSecurityLaw EnforcementHuntingLong Range Illumination
Common praise
High Maximum Output And Throw DistanceRugged And Well Built With Hard Anodized AluminumDual Tail Switch Interface Provides Instant Turbo And Strobe AccessLong Maximum Runtime On Low ModesIncludes Rechargeable 21700 Battery With USB C Charging Port
High Brightness And Long RangeRobust And High Quality ConstructionIntuitive Dual Tail Switch InterfaceEffective Tactical And Daily ModesIncluded High Capacity Rechargeable 21700 Battery
Common complaints
No Included Holster Or LanyardShort USB C Charging CableTailstand Stability Limited Due To Protruding Tactical Switch
Multi LED Design May Be Less Efficient Than Single LED For Extended RuntimesSome Users Reported Battery Drain Issues If Not Frequently UsedUSB C Cable Length Criticized As ShortNo Included Holster Or Lanyard
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