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Acebeam EC20 vs Olight Arkflex

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Olight Arkflex stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Arkflex stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 180% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Olight Arkflex stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam EC20 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Olight Arkflex stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam EC20 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Olight Arkflex stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam EC20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 180% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam EC20 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Olight Arkflex stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 567% 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.

Acebeam EC20 — Beam distance: 370 m (1214 ft)Acebeam EC20 — Max candela: 34225 cdAcebeam EC20 — Weight: 116 g (4.09 oz)Acebeam EC20 — Length: 110 mm (4.33 in)Acebeam EC20 — Retail price: US$60Acebeam EC20 — Max lumens: 2800 lmOlight Arkflex — Beam distance: 85 m (279 ft)Olight Arkflex — Max candela: 2445 cdOlight Arkflex — Weight: 101 g (3.56 oz)Olight Arkflex — Length: 108 mm (4.25 in)Olight Arkflex — Retail price: US$56.99Olight Arkflex — Max lumens: 1000 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$60Most expensive
US$56.99Cheapest
Weight
116 g (4.09 oz)Heaviest
101 g (3.56 oz)Lightest
Length
110 mm (4.33 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2800 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
34225 cdHighest candela
2445 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
370 m (1214 ft)Highest
85 m (279 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2160 minShortest runtime
14400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion; compatible with 2 x CR123A
Built-in 1050mAh LiPo
Charging type
Via included 18650 battery with USB-C port (no built-in charging in light)
Magnetic USB-C charging (Olight MCC)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m/30min)
IPX7
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 with Type III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry▣Outdoor Activities Such As Camping▣Multi Use Illumination With Variable LED Options▣Users Needing Throw Up To 370 Meters
▣EDC With Hands Free Versatility▣Outdoor Activities Like Hiking And Camping▣Work Tasks Requiring Adjustable Light Angle▣Maintenance And Inspection Work Requiring Magnetic Attachment
Common praise
✓Compact And Sleek Tube Design With Good Build Quality✓Multiple LED Options For Different Lighting Needs✓Strong Throw And High Output Relative To Size✓Includes Rechargeable Battery With USB C Charging✓Good Grip And Secure Collar Style Pocket Clip✓No Pwm Flicker On Output Modes
✓Articulating Head With Smooth, Stiff Pivot Holding Positions Well✓Compact, Slim Design With Deep Carry Two Way Clip And Strong Magnet For Versatile Carry✓Good Build Quality With Anodized Aluminum Body And Solid User Interface✓Long Runtime On Lower Modes And Quick Magnetic Charging✓Effective Beam Distance And Brightness For EDC And Outdoor Use
Common complaints
⚠No Built In Charging In The Flashlight Itself⚠Mechanical Lockout Not Possible Due To Unanodized Threads⚠Blue Anodized Finish May Wear Faster With Use⚠Rgb Lighting Is Basic And Can Be Annoying To Use⚠Lockout Procedure Is Long And Can Be Unintuitive
⚠Non Replaceable Battery Limits Long Term Use Without Recharge⚠Some Users Note Hinge May Feel Slightly Loose Over Extended Heavy Use⚠Side Switch Is Flush, Which May Be Hard To Locate In The Dark Without Looking⚠Lockout Mode Easy To Deactivate Accidentally⚠No Neutral White Or High Cri Option Available

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