Comparison Console
Acebeam T27 vs Nitecore SRT6i
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T27 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T27 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T27 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T27 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T27 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 929% 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$159.9Most expensive
US$145.49Cheapest
Weight
229.5 g (8.10 oz)Heaviest
167 g (5.89 oz)Lightest
Length
174.7 mm (6.88 in)Longest
163 mm (6.42 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmHighest output
2100 lmLowest output
Max candela
348000 cdHighest candela
65200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1180 m (3871 ft)Highest
510 m (1673 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
4200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 5100mAh rechargeable lithium ion battery (included); also compatible with 1x18650 battery with adapter or 2x CR123 batteries
1x21700i Li-ion (NL2150HPi 5000mAh), 2xCR123, 2xRCR123/16340
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (5 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum body with premium Type III hard anodized anti-abrasive finish, stainless steel strike bezel, ultra-clear tempered glass lens with anti-reflective coating
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish; strike bezel with high strength silicon nitride ceramics
Use case profile
Best for
Long Range Tactical UseHuntingSearch & RescueMilitary And Law EnforcementMountaineeringCampingFirst AidConstructionAdventureSelf Defence
Tactical UseLong Range SearchlightLaw EnforcementHunting
Common praise
Impressive Throw And Tight Beam For Long Distance SpottingGood Balance And Lightweight For Its SizeWell Made With Durable Materials And FinishReliable Battery Life With Included 21700 BatteryFast USB C Charging And Power Bank Function
Intuitive No Nonsense User Interface With Rotary Selector RingImpressive Long Throw And Beam IntensitySolid Build Quality With Durable MaterialsIntegrated USB C Charging With Included Proprietary BatteryTactical Features Such As Strobe Ready Mode And Lockout
Common complaints
Beam May Be Too Focused For Close Up Tasks
Large Head Size Makes Pocket Carry InconvenientRequires Proprietary Battery Which Limits Standard Battery Use
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