Comparison Console
Acebeam EC20 vs Wurkkos DL08
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam EC20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos DL08 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos DL08 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos DL08 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL08 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL08 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL08 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 733% 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$60Most expensive
US$55.99Cheapest
Weight
116 g (4.09 oz)Lightest
149 g (5.26 oz)Heaviest
Length
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
138.9 mm (5.47 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2800 lmLowest output
3600 lmHighest output
Max candela
34225 cdHighest candela
18775 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
370 m (1214 ft)Highest
274 m (899 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2160 minShortest runtime
18000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion; compatible with 2 x CR123A
1x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
Via included 18650 battery with USB-C port (no built-in charging in light)
USB-C charging (5V/3A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m/30min)
IP68 (underwater 100m)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum alloy (6061-T6) with HAIII hard anodizing; Ti and stainless steel options available
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized type III
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor activities such as campingMulti-use illumination with variable LED optionsUsers needing throw up to 370 meters
DivingUnderwater photographyNight divingExplorationAmateur astronomy
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
High output brightness suitable for divingVersatile beam options including spot, flood, red and UVSolid build quality with aerospace grade aluminum and hard anodizingRotary magnetic switch allows mode selectionGood battery capacity (5000mAh) with USB-C chargingIncludes red and UV LEDs useful for specialized diving and photographyWaterproof to 100 meters depth
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
Some users noted minor beam artifacts in spot modeWarmth of white light could be improved (some desire warmer spot LED)Initial units may have experienced reliability issues from a few usersDoes not come with ball mount by default but available on request
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