Acebeam PT20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam PT20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 178% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam PT20 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1300% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Lightest
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Fenix LD20 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Fenix LD20 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 178% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Fenix LD20 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1300% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Fenix LD20 stands out as the longest option for length, 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.
1 x 10880 USB-C Li-ion battery, compatible with 2 x AAA alkaline/NiMH batteries
2 x AA (Alkaline, Ni-MH, Lithium)
Charging type
USB-C (battery charging port)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68 (2m waterproof for 30 minutes)
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Al6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
T6 aircraft-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry▣Travel▣Emergency Lighting▣Inspection Work
▣General Use▣EDC▣Outdoor Use▣Search And Rescue▣Hiking▣Hunting
Common praise
✓Compact Size And Lightweight Design✓Good Balance Of Brightness And Runtime✓Convenient Two Way Clip✓Includes Rechargeable Battery With USB C Charging✓Comfortable Pen Shaped Grip✓Reliable Tail Switch Operation
✓Compact And Easy To Carry✓Wide Range Of Brightness Levels✓Digitally Regulated Brightness✓Uses Common Aa Batteries✓Durable Aircraft Grade Aluminum Body✓Waterproof (IPX 8)
Common complaints
⚠Carbon Fiber Finish Can Be Slick To Hold⚠Low Cri (~70) Not Ideal For Color Critical Tasks⚠No Standby Light Current
⚠Difficult To Operate With Gloves⚠Anti Roll Design Is Not Perfect⚠9 Lumens Low Mode Is Too Bright For Some Users