Comparison Console
Acebeam X45 vs Fenix TK30R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix TK30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3500% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam X45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 114% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3500% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3423% 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$234.9Cheapest
US$265Most expensive
Weight
535 g (18.87 oz)Heaviest
250 g (8.82 oz)Lightest
Length
156.7 mm (6.17 in)Shortest
184 mm (7.24 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
18000 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
109000 cdLowest candela
600000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
660 m (2165 ft)Lowest
1500 m (4921 ft)Highest
Max runtime
18600 minLongest runtime
528 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4 x 18650 Lithium-Ion (IMR) batteries
1x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (submersible to 2m / 6.6')
IP68 (2 m for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish, ultra-clear tempered glass with AR coating, stainless steel crenelated bezel
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Search And RescueCampingHuntingSelf DrivingOutdoor Illumination
Long Range IlluminationHuntingTactical UseSearch And RescueOutdoor Use
Common praise
Extremely Bright OutputDigitally Regulated Output Maintains Consistent BrightnessDurable Build Quality With Aircraft Grade Aluminum And Toughened GlassMulti Mode Output Including Strobe And FireflyLong Battery Runtimes On Lower Modes
Extremely Long Beam Distance Up To 1500 MetersHigh Build Quality With Durable MaterialsRechargeable With Included 6000 Mah BatteryMultiple Tactical Modes Including Instant StrobeIp68 Waterproof Rating And Good Impact Resistance
Common complaints
Can Get Hot On Max Output Leading To Step DownHeavy Weight For EDC At 535 GramsUser Reports Of Customer Service Issues With Warranty And Import Duties
Significant Lumen Drop After Initial 15 Minutes On High ModeRelatively Heavy For Some UsersPrice Is On The Higher EndNeeds Careful Handling Due To Powerful Laser
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