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Acebeam X20-R vs Streamlight Stinger 2020

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Acebeam X20-R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X20-R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam X20-R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam X20-R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam X20-R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam X20-R 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.

Acebeam X20-R — Beam distance: 440 m (1444 ft)Acebeam X20-R — Max candela: 48400 cdAcebeam X20-R — Weight: 293 g (10.34 oz)Acebeam X20-R — Length: 136.3 mm (5.37 in)Acebeam X20-R — Retail price: US$230Acebeam X20-R — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Streamlight Stinger 2020 — Beam distance: 315 m (1033 ft)Streamlight Stinger 2020 — Max candela: 25000 cdStreamlight Stinger 2020 — Weight: 349 g (12.31 oz)Streamlight Stinger 2020 — Length: 195 mm (7.68 in)Streamlight Stinger 2020 — Retail price: US$225Streamlight Stinger 2020 — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$230Most expensive
US$225Cheapest
Weight
293 g (10.34 oz)Lightest
349 g (12.31 oz)Heaviest
Length
136.3 mm (5.37 in)Shortest
195 mm (7.68 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
10000 lmHighest output
2000 lmLowest output
Max candela
48400 cdHighest candela
25000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
440 m (1444 ft)Highest
315 m (1033 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1680 minLongest runtime
1440 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable batteries
2 x SL-B26 Lithium-Ion Rechargeable (2600mAh)
Charging type
USB-C charging
Micro USB charging cradle and built-in Micro USB port on batteries
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
AL6061-T6 high-quality aluminium alloy with HA III hard-anodised finish
CNC machined aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
▣Search And Rescue▣Patrolling▣Caving▣Outdoor Adventures▣Extreme Outdoor Operations
▣Tactical Use▣Duty Use▣Outdoor Activities▣Every Situation Requiring Powerful Illumination
Common praise
✓Exceptional Brightness And Beam Distance For A Compact Searchlight.✓Versatile Tactical And Duty Modes With Multiple Output Levels.✓Durable Construction With High Quality Aluminum And Excellent Waterproofing.✓Long Runtime On Lowest Mode (up To 28 Hours).✓Convenient Rechargeable Batteries With USB C Charging.
✓High Maximum Output And Brightness✓Long Runtime Especially On Medium And Low Modes✓Ergonomic Design With Firm Grip And Anti Roll Body✓Mode Selector Switch Allowing Quick Access To Desired Output✓Multiple Activation Switches (front And Tail) For Convenience✓Ipx7 Water Resistance And 2 Meter Impact Resistance✓Compatibility With Existing Stinger Chargers✓Built In Micro USB Charging On Batteries For On The Go Charging
Common complaints
⚠Not Designed For Everyday Carry Due To Size And Weight.⚠Turbo Mode Runtime Is Very Short (50 Seconds At Max Output).⚠Higher Brightness Levels Have Limited Runtime Due To Heat Management.
⚠Maximum Output Is A Brief Burst Then Steps Down To Half Brightness⚠Switches Require Considerable Force To Activate Constant On, Less Comfortable Than Older Models⚠Wide Beam Angle Reduces Peak Beam Intensity And Range Compared To Previous High Intensity Variants

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