Comparison Console
Acebeam X30 vs ThruNite TN31
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam X30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1644% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam X30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1644% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3348% 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$209Cheapest
US$220Most expensive
Weight
474 g (16.72 oz)Lightest
572.1 g (20.18 oz)Heaviest
Length
160 mm (6.30 in)Shortest
203 mm (7.99 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
20000 lmHighest output
1147 lmLowest output
Max candela
48400 cdLowest candela
75000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
600 m (1969 ft)Lowest
700 m (2297 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3480 minShortest runtime
120000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Replaceable lithium-ion battery
3x18650
Charging type
USB-C port
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Unknown
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueOutdoor enthusiastsTactical useHigh-performance illumination
Long distance throwTactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor activitiesEmergency useSelf-defense
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
Very bright with good throwSolid build qualityTactical usability with momentary switch and rotary mode selectorQuiet smooth control ring with firm detentsGood grip due to aggressive knurlingIPX8 waterproof rating and impact resistanceStable tailstand capability
Common complaints
Relatively heavy and bulky for everyday carryTurbo runtime not officially publishedNot designed as compact EDC or keychain light
Heavy and bulky compared to smaller EDC lightsBattery carrier fits very wide batteries tightlyInitial sealed case foam had acrid smell
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