Acebeam PT20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD25 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Fenix PD25 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Fenix PD25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Fenix PD25 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Fenix PD25 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 42% 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
One 16340 rechargeable Li-ion or 3V CR123A Lithium battery
Charging type
USB-C (battery charging port)
USB rechargeable (ARB-L16-700U included)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m waterproof for 30 minutes)
IPX8 (waterproof to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Al6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasion finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry▣Travel▣Emergency Lighting▣Inspection Work
▣EDC▣Outdoor Use▣Tactical Applications
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 Size Yet Powerful Output✓Durable Aircraft Grade Aluminum Construction✓Good Battery Options With Included Rechargeable 16340 Cell✓Dual Switch Design With Momentary On Tail Switch✓Waterproof To 2 Meters Ipx8 Rating✓Long Runtime On Lowest Setting
Common complaints
⚠Carbon Fiber Finish Can Be Slick To Hold⚠Low Cri (~70) Not Ideal For Color Critical Tasks⚠No Standby Light Current
⚠Relatively Large Size For A 16340 Battery Light⚠Mode Memory Can Be Confusing If Last Mode Was Strobe