Comparison Console
Acebeam E70 vs Nitecore EDC37
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam E70 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam E70 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E70 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E70 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E70 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 39% 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$139Cheapest
US$140Most expensive
Weight
210 g (7.41 oz)Heaviest
199 g (7.02 oz)Lightest
Length
128.3 mm (5.05 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmLowest output
8000 lmHighest output
Max candela
12100 cdLowest candela
44010 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
220 m (722 ft)Lowest
420 m (1378 ft)Highest
Max runtime
15840 minLongest runtime
11400 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable (USB-C included)
Built-in Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB-C via included battery
USB-C fast charging (18W)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (submersible 2 meters for 30 minutes)
IP54
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless steel with PVD coating and carbon fiber reinforced polymer frame with aluminum heat dissipation plate
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)SecuritySelf Defense
Tactical EDCSecurity PatrolLaw EnforcementSearch And RescuePersonal DefenseEmergency Lighting
Common praise
High Build Quality And MachiningGood Beam Pattern With Flood And Defined HotspotConvenient Double Click To On Ui Reduces Accidental ActivationIncludes USB C Rechargeable BatteryExcellent Runtime Performance, Exceeding SpecificationsGood Heft And Feel For Those Who Want A Beefy LightTailstand CapabilityAnti Abrasive Coating
High Maximum Brightness For Compact SizeUseful Oled Real Time Display With Mode, Brightness, Battery And Runtime InfoPhysical Lockout Switch Prevents Accidental ActivationGood Output Regulation With Temperature ManagementSolid Build Quality With Tactical DesignFast USB C Charging With Large Built In BatteryMultiple Usable Modes Including Flood And Spotlight
Common complaints
Heavier Weight Due To Stainless Steel ConstructionLonger Battery Required Limits Cell CompatibilityNo USB C Charging Port On The Flashlight Body Itself, Charging Via Battery OnlyLanyard Hard To Reattach
Ip54 Rating Lower Than Typical Ip67/ip68 For Full Waterproof UseBattery Is Not User ReplaceableMomentary High Output Duration Limited By Thermal Regulation
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