Comparison Console
Acebeam X30 vs Streamlight Stinger LED HL
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 2400% 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 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 2400% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Stinger LED HL stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3767% 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$209Most expensive
US$179.99Cheapest
Weight
474 g (16.72 oz)Heaviest
352 g (12.42 oz)Lightest
Length
160 mm (6.30 in)Shortest
213.6 mm (8.41 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
20000 lmHighest output
800 lmLowest output
Max candela
48400 cdHighest candela
24000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
600 m (1969 ft)Highest
310 m (1017 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Replaceable lithium-ion battery
Nickel-Metal Hydride
Charging type
USB-C port
Smart PiggyBack charger, Steady charger, Smart charger (USB or 12V DC input)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum
Machined aircraft aluminum body with non-slip rubberized comfort grip, unbreakable polycarbonate lens with scratch-resistant coating
Use case profile
Best for
Search And RescueOutdoor EnthusiastsTactical UseHigh Performance Illumination
Law EnforcementFirefightingIndustrial TechniciansSituations Requiring High Lumen Output And Wide Flood Beam
Common praise
Extremely Bright With 20,000 Lumens OutputLong Beam Distance Of Up To 600 MetersDurable Aerospace Grade Aluminum ConstructionHigh Ip68 Waterproof RatingVersatile Dual Light Sources (white And Red)USB C Rechargeable Battery With Replaceable DesignMechanical Lock To Prevent Accidental Activation
High Brightness With Wide Area IlluminationDurable And Reliable For Professional UseMultiple Modes Including Strobe For Tactical NeedsRechargeable Battery With Long Lifecycle
Common complaints
Relatively Heavy And Bulky For Everyday CarryTurbo Runtime Not Officially PublishedNot Designed As Compact EDC Or Keychain Light
Relatively Heavy Compared To Smaller EDC LightsNot The Most Compact OptionCharging Times Vary Depending On Charger Used
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