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Acebeam W10 Pro vs SureFire Maximus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire Maximus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam W10 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Maximus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam W10 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 104% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W10 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W10 Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W10 Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 167% 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$229.9Cheapest
US$469Most expensive
Weight
211 g (7.44 oz)Heaviest
195 g (6.88 oz)Lightest
Length
152.9 mm (6.02 in)Longest
108.6 mm (4.28 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
750 lmLowest output
1000 lmHighest output
Max candela
507656 cdHighest candela
4100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1425 m (4675 ft)Highest
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
240 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Rechargeable Li-ion
Integrated lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
Wall AC and car DC chargers included
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX4
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy military-grade hard-anodized
Magnesium body
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range illuminationOutdoor adventuresSearch and rescueTactical use
Hands-free outdoor illuminationCaving and mountain adventuresAdjustable lighting needs
Common praise
Exceptional beam intensity and throw distanceHighly precise and focused beamBuilt-in USB-C charging with fast 3.5-hour full chargeDurable aerospace-grade aluminum build with IP68 ratingUser-friendly two-stage tail switch interface
Adjustable output dial easy to use with glovesComfortable no-chafe headband and moisture-wicking forehead padRobust magnesium construction and reliable battery life
Common complaints
Limited spill for close-range useNo included holster or lanyard
Relatively heavy for a headlamp at 195 gramsCharging port protective cap may be flimsyBattery pack design protrudes and can hit objects
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