Comparison Console
Acebeam W30 vs Streamlight Stinger LED HL
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam W30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 17% 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$260Most expensive
US$179.99Cheapest
Weight
332.3 g (11.72 oz)Lightest
352 g (12.42 oz)Heaviest
Length
199.1 mm (7.84 in)Shortest
213.6 mm (8.41 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
800 lmHighest output
Max candela
1450000 cdHighest candela
24000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
2408 m (7900 ft)Highest
310 m (1017 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
105 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 Li-ion
Nickel-Metal Hydride
Charging type
USB-C recharge built-in battery
Smart PiggyBack charger, Steady charger, Smart charger (USB or 12V DC input)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX4
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
A6061-T6 high-quality aluminum alloy
Machined aircraft aluminum body with non-slip rubberized comfort grip, unbreakable polycarbonate lens with scratch-resistant coating
Use case profile
Best for
Ultra-long-range illuminationSearch and rescueLocation positioningHunting with red filterLong distance target illumination
Law enforcementFirefightingIndustrial techniciansSituations requiring high lumen output and wide flood beam
Common praise
Impressive beam distance and intensitySolid and attractive build qualityLong runtime for its classDedicated safety features for laser useIncludes useful accessories like red filter and tripod compatibility
High brightness with wide area illuminationDurable and reliable for professional useMultiple modes including strobe for tactical needsRechargeable battery with long lifecycle
Common complaints
Beam is very narrow, limiting close range utilitySome find body surface slipperyHigh price relative to typical LED flashlightsNot designed for general EDC everyday useBeam visible in air can compromise stealth
Relatively heavy compared to smaller EDC lightsNot the most compact optionCharging times vary depending on charger used