Comparison Console
Acebeam P17 vs Fenix HM71R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix HM71R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P17 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P17 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam P17 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 20% 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$128.5Most expensive
Weight
227 g (8.01 oz)Heaviest
207.5 g (7.32 oz)Lightest
Length
147 mm (5.79 in)Longest
106 mm (4.17 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4900 lmHighest output
2700 lmLowest output
Max candela
49506 cdHighest candela
13300 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
445 m (1460 ft)Highest
230 m (755 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
28800 minLongest runtime
24000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×21700 rechargeable Li-ion battery
1x21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 included)
Charging type
USB-C on battery
USB Type-C (supports 2A charging current)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard anodization
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingSearch and rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
CampingWorkEmergency useGeneral purpose lightingHands-free tasks
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 maximum output of 2700 lumensGood beam distance of 230 metersVersatile dual LED (spot and flood)Solid build with IP68 waterproof rating and 2m impact resistanceMagnetic tailcap allows hands-free mounting on metal surfacesDetachable from headband for handheld useIncluded high capacity rechargeable 21700 battery with USB-C charging
Common complaints
No included holster or lanyardShort USB-C charging cableTailstand stability limited due to protruding tactical switch
Right angle form factor may not be ideal for dedicated headlamp use compared to T-type headlampsNo detailed information on switch type or material composition
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