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Acebeam L17 vs Goal Zero Goal 500

What L17 does better (1) and where Goal 500 wins (0) — every spec side by side.

Acebeam L17
Acebeam · 2021L17
1 advantage≈ $75
vs
Goal Zero Goal 500
Goal Zero · 2021Goal 500
3.7Score
0 advantages≈ $65
Higher score
5.6Brightness & throw3.4

Why is L17 better than Goal 500?

  1. Maximum output1,400 lm vs 500 lm2.8×

Why is Goal 500 better than L17?

Goal 500 has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

Side by side

Light output
Maximum output1,400 lm500 lm
Light sourceLEDLED
LED & beam
LED makerOsram—
Colour temperature—3,500K
Battery & charging
Battery—Built-in Li-ion / Li-Po
Rechargeable—Yes
Build & durability
Water protection (IPx)—IPx4
Size & weight
Length / height140.5 mm224 mm
Modes & features
SwitchTail switch—
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