Comparison Console
Acebeam EC20 vs Acebeam T35
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1011% 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$60Cheapest
US$64.9Most expensive
Weight
116 g (4.09 oz)Lightest
138.5 g (4.89 oz)Heaviest
Length
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
137.6 mm (5.42 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2800 lmHighest output
1900 lmLowest output
Max candela
34225 cdLowest candela
36100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
370 m (1214 ft)Lowest
380 m (1247 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2160 minShortest runtime
24000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion; compatible with 2 x CR123A
1x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable, compatible with 2x CR123A
Charging type
Via included 18650 battery with USB-C port (no built-in charging in light)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m/30min)
IP68 (2m/30min)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy (6061-T6) with HAIII hard anodizing; Ti and stainless steel options available
Aluminum alloy, hard anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor activities such as campingMulti-use illumination with variable LED optionsUsers needing throw up to 370 meters
Tactical useSelf-defenseEDCOutdoor use
Common praise
Compact and sleek tube design with good build qualityMultiple LED options for different lighting needsStrong throw and high output relative to sizeIncludes rechargeable battery with USB-C chargingGood grip and secure collar-style pocket clipNo PWM flicker on output modes
Excellent build quality and finishReliable and well-regulated outputGood mode spacing and simple dual-switch interfaceIncludes holster and lanyardBattery level and charging indicator on side switch
Common complaints
No built-in charging in the flashlight itselfMechanical lockout not possible due to unanodized threadsBlue anodized finish may wear faster with useRGB lighting is basic and can be annoying to useLockout procedure is long and can be unintuitive
No direct shortcut to Turbo or moonlight modesProtruding tail switch makes tailstand use impossibleSharp bezel can wear through clothingCharging can be intermittent and relatively slow (~3 hours)