Comparison Console
Acebeam P18 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 19% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HM71R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P18 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix HM71R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P18 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P18 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P18 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P18 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 32% 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$129.9Most expensive
US$128.5Cheapest
Weight
256 g (9.03 oz)Heaviest
207.5 g (7.32 oz)Lightest
Length
145 mm (5.71 in)Longest
106 mm (4.17 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
2700 lmLowest output
Max candela
98910 cdHighest candela
13300 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
629 m (2064 ft)Highest
230 m (755 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
31680 minLongest runtime
24000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion rechargeable
1x21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 included)
Charging type
USB Type-C
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
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useProfessional useSecurityLaw enforcementHuntingLong range illumination
CampingWorkEmergency useGeneral purpose lightingHands-free tasks
Common praise
High brightness and long rangeRobust and high-quality constructionIntuitive dual tail switch interfaceEffective tactical and daily modesIncluded high-capacity rechargeable 21700 battery
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
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
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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