Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 704% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Lightest
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 704% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 8% 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.
2x 26650 (compatible with 18650) Li-Ion rechargeable batteries
Charging type
Unknown
Included dual-slot USB charger with Micro USB cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (5 meters submersible)
IPX8 (up to 100m depth)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy, type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized type III finish, toughened mineral glass lens
Use case profile
Best for
▣Search▣Rescue▣Long-range lighting
▣Diving▣Underwater use▣Cave diving▣Scuba diving▣EDC in wet environments
Common praise
✓Very high maximum output of 12000 lumens✓Extremely long beam distance of 1403 meters✓Solid build quality with aerospace-grade aluminum and type III hard-anodized finish✓Waterproof to 5 meters and impact resistant to 1 meter✓Convenient stainless steel side switch with good tactile feedback✓Includes battery pack with four high-quality 18650 rechargeable batteries
✓Very bright at 5000 lumens with good color rendering (CRI 90)✓Solid build quality with aerospace aluminum and toughened glass✓Good thermal regulation and long runtime with large capacity batteries✓Waterproof up to 100 meters (IPX8)✓Memorizes last brightness mode used
Common complaints
⚠Weight is relatively high at around 650 grams with batteries⚠Impact resistance limited to 1 meter⚠No integrated charging port
⚠Wobbly/mushy side switch with long travel, less tactile feedback⚠No lockout safety except tailcap partial unscrew⚠Switch mode spacing could be improved, low mode is relatively bright for night vision⚠Greenish tint in LEDs compared to other neutral white flashlights⚠No knurling on body, may affect grip