Acebeam X45 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Acebeam X45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Acebeam X45 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Acebeam X45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Acebeam X45 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 56264% 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.
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery pack 12000 mAh (or 1 to 4 x 18650 cells)
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C fast charging (QC3.0 compatible)
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (submersible to 2m / 6.6')
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish, ultra-clear tempered glass with AR coating, stainless steel crenelated bezel
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
▣Search and rescue▣Camping▣Hunting▣Self-driving▣Outdoor illumination
▣Search and rescue▣Outdoor contractors▣High output lighting needs▣Long-range and wide-area illumination
Common praise
✓Extremely bright output✓Digitally regulated output maintains consistent brightness✓Durable build quality with aircraft grade aluminum and toughened glass✓Multi-mode output including strobe and firefly✓Long battery runtimes on lower modes
✓Excellent brightness and balanced beam for both throw and flood✓Durable and waterproof design (IP68)✓Fast USB-C charging and battery level indicator✓Good runtime especially on lower modes✓Ergonomic and solid build quality
Common complaints
⚠Can get hot on max output leading to step down⚠Heavy weight for EDC at 535 grams⚠User reports of customer service issues with warranty and import duties
⚠Heaviest and largest in its class for EDC⚠Highest output modes are temperature limited with short runtime at max output