Comparison Console
Acebeam PT40 vs Streamlight Vantage 180 X
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam PT40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam PT40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Acebeam PT40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1100% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vantage 180 X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1500% 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$175Cheapest
US$175.49Most expensive
Weight
145 g (5.11 oz)Lightest
167 g (5.89 oz)Heaviest
Length
126.8 mm (4.99 in)Shortest
132 mm (5.20 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
250 lmLowest output
Max candela
3680 cdLowest candela
7200 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
121 m (397 ft)Lowest
170 m (558 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4800 minLongest runtime
300 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable Li-ion
SL-B26 Rechargeable Battery Pack or CR123A Lithium batteries
Charging type
Micro USB (via included cable, optional battery with USB-C port)
USB (via SL-B26 battery pack)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7 (waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium alloy with Type III hard-anodized finish
High-impact nylon with stainless steel clip
Use case profile
Best for
Industrial workVehicle repairCampingOutdoor sportsLaw enforcementEveryday carry
FirefightersHelmet-mounted useRight-angle light applicationHandheld flashlight useMulti-use versatility
Common praise
High brightness and good beam qualityVersatile mounting options including magnetic tail and pocket clipHigh color rendering index reducing eye strainSolid build quality with aircraft-grade aluminum body
Multi-function design adaptable to different mounting and handheld usesGood brightness level with 250 lumens max outputIPX7 waterproof and sturdy constructionLong runtimes especially on rechargeable battery
Common complaints
Magnet not very strong on curved metal surfacesHeadband attachment not very comfortable for switching between handheld and headlamp usePocket clip is not very stiff and less comfortable to clip onto pockets
Weight slightly higher for an EDC flashlight at 167gBeam distance and lumen output may be limited for some tactical needs