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Acebeam E10 vs Nitecore EC4GTS
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam E10 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam E10 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam E10 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E10 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E10 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E10 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 387% 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$79Cheapest
US$90Most expensive
Weight
145 g (5.11 oz)Lightest
171 g (6.03 oz)Heaviest
Length
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
155 mm (6.10 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1050 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
114000 cdHighest candela
39220 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
675 m (2215 ft)Highest
396 m (1299 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
111000 minLongest runtime
22800 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
26350 lithium-ion rechargeable
2 x 18650 Li-Ion
Charging type
Micro-USB on battery
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy (AL6061-T6) with hard-anodized finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range throw flashlightEDC for targeted illuminationHunting with colored LED optionsCampingOutdoor work and emergencies
Search and rescueOutdoor campingWalking/hikingBug-Out Bag (BOB)
Common praise
Impressive throw distance for compact sizeSolid build quality with aerospace-grade aluminum bodyMultiple LED color options for specialized usesLong maximum runtimeEasy one-handed operation with side e-switchExcellent low and high mode regulation especially in white LED variant
High output with effective beam throwDurable build quality with quality materials and anodizingErgonomic design with good grip even in wet conditionsUseful UI with direct access to Turbo and Ultra-LowLong maximum runtime and efficient thermal regulation
Common complaints
Switch feels mushy with low tactile feedbackNo included pocket clip or lanyardRolls easily on flat surfaces due to round head and tailRequires care when assembling due to long thick threads
No clip included for pocket carryRequires button top 18650 batteries for proper contact
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