Comparison Console
Acebeam E75 vs Sofirn ST2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam E75 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn ST2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam E75 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn ST2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E75 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E75 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn ST2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn ST2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E75 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn ST2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E75 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 45% 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$99.9Most expensive
US$62.99Cheapest
Weight
217 g (7.65 oz)Lightest
247.6 g (8.73 oz)Heaviest
Length
129.3 mm (5.09 in)Longest
112 mm (4.41 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4500 lmHighest output
3000 lmLowest output
Max candela
17000 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
260 m (853 ft)
Unknown
Max runtime
37440 minLongest runtime
25800 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion rechargeable
2x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion cells (included)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX6
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
HikingPatrollingPower outagesCampingGeneral outdoor useEveryday carry (EDC) with caveat on size
WorkOutdoor activitiesGaragesJob sitesEveryday carry
Common praise
High output up to 4500 lumensExcellent build quality with durable aluminum bodyMultiple brightness modes including moonlightUSB-C rechargeable with battery level indicatorMagnetic tailcap for versatile hands-free useBright yet floody beam with good throwGood runtime on lower modesEasy to use side switch interface
High maximum brightness of 3000 lumens with smooth dimmingVersatile multi-light colors: white, red, and UVRobust 90º rotating head with good resistance and soft clicksStrong magnetic tail and large clip for easy hands-free useLong runtime up to ~430 hours on lowUSB-C charging with included cableSolid aluminum alloy construction with IPX6 water resistance
Common complaints
Too heavy and bulky for pocket carry as a daily EDCNo red light modeNo dedicated momentary on or instant turbo from offCharge port cover held by clip screws can be cumbersomeMoonlight mode battery indication crude
Output steps down quickly from turbo to about 500 lumens after 1 minuteRelatively heavy and bulky for EDC (about 248 grams, 4.4 x 1.8 x 0.9 inches)Some users may find the UI or rotary switch unusual at first
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