Comparison Console
Acebeam W20 vs SureFire M340DFT Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam W20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam W20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire M340DFT Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam W20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M340DFT Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 121% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M340DFT Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W20 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M340DFT Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M340DFT Turbo Mini Scout Light Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W20 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 78% 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$189.9Cheapest
US$419.99Most expensive
Weight
130.6 g (4.61 oz)Lightest
145.2 g (5.12 oz)Heaviest
Length
115.1 mm (4.53 in)Shortest
121.92 mm (4.80 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
650 lmHighest output
Max candela
302500 cdHighest candela
95000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1100 m (3609 ft)Highest
616 m (2021 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
80 minLongest runtime
45 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
16340 rechargeable Li-ion (compatible with CR123 primary battery)
1 SF18350 rechargeable lithium-ion battery or 1 CR123A lithium primary battery
Charging type
USB-C (on battery)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with hard-anodized finish
Mil-Spec hard-anodized aerospace-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLong-range spottingClose-range illuminationOutdoor adventuresSearch and rescueEveryday carry
Long-range target identificationProfessional tactical useLaw enforcementMilitary applications
Common praise
Compact size with excellent long-range performance.Wide-angle spill solves close-range illumination issues common in LEP lights.Durable build with IP68 rating and good drop resistance.Intuitive dual-switch interface for fast operation.Rechargeable battery with USB-C charging on the cell.
High candela output for long rangeVersatile dual fuel power optionsDurable Mil-Spec hard-anodized aluminum constructionIPX7 waterproof ratingVersatile low-profile mount for rail compatibilityIntuitive and reliable switchingAmple spill light for situational awareness
Common complaints
Limited runtime at maximum output (20 seconds before step-down).Battery charging requires removing the cell due to USB-C port on battery itself.Some complexity in controlling modes due to dual-switch design.
Relatively short maximum runtime at highest outputPremium price range