Acebeam E70 vs Nitecore MH15 size comparison
The Nitecore MH15 is 11 mm (0.43 in) shorter than the Acebeam E70, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore MH15 is 11 mm (0.43 in) shorter than the Acebeam E70, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Acebeam E70 Check price ↗ | Nitecore MH15 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 128 mm (5.04 in) | 117 mm (4.61 in)−11 mm |
| Head / width | 30 mm (1.18 in) | 30 mm (1.18 in)same |
| Body | 27 mm (1.06 in) | 27 mm (1.06 in)same |
| Weight | 102 g listed | 140 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | Built-in |
| Max output | 4,600 lm | 2,000 lm |
| Throw | 240 m | 250 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | not verified yet | $59.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced Aluminum version | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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E70 vs MH15: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore MH15 is the shorter light: 117 mm (4.61 in) against 128 mm (5.04 in), a difference of 11 mm (9%). At their widest points they are about the same (30 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Acebeam E70: 102 g listed; Nitecore MH15: 140 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Acebeam E70 is rated brighter: 4,600 lm maximum vs 2,000 lm for the Nitecore MH15, 130% more. For beam distance the Nitecore MH15 reaches further: 250 m vs 240 m rated throw (4% more).
Battery
The Acebeam E70 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore MH15 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Acebeam E70 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Acebeam E70 if you want more output (4,600 lm vs 2,000 lm) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore MH15 if you want a shorter light (11 mm shorter) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Acebeam E70 Check price ↗ Nitecore MH15
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E70 vs MH15 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Acebeam E70 or the Nitecore MH15?
The Nitecore MH15 is the shorter light: 117 mm (4.61 in) against 128 mm (5.04 in), a difference of 11 mm (9%). At their widest points they are about the same (30 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Acebeam E70: 102 g listed; Nitecore MH15: 140 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Acebeam E70 or the Nitecore MH15?
The Acebeam E70 is rated brighter: 4,600 lm maximum vs 2,000 lm for the Nitecore MH15, 130% more. For beam distance the Nitecore MH15 reaches further: 250 m vs 240 m rated throw (4% more).
Do the Acebeam E70 and Nitecore MH15 use the same battery?
The Acebeam E70 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore MH15 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Acebeam E70 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Acebeam E70: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. No verified price yet.
- Nitecore MH15: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $59.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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