Comparison Console
Acebeam EC35 Gen II vs Acebeam H17 2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 959% 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$66.9Most expensive
US$60Cheapest
Weight
84.8 g (2.99 oz)Heaviest
73 g (2.57 oz)Lightest
Length
138.7 mm (5.46 in)Longest
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1100 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
8100 cdHighest candela
4096 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Highest
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
108000 minLongest runtime
10200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (compatible with 2x CR123 batteries)
18350 USB-C Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C charging port
USB-C, 5V 1.5A fast charging, about 1 hour full charge
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX68 (2 meters submersible)
IP68 (2 meters submersible for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum body with military grade type III hard-anodized finish
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive and corrosion-resistant finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCompact lightweight useOne-handed operation
Night running and joggingCamping and hikingOutdoor work and repairsTactical and emergency useEveryday carry for high-CRI lighting needs
Common praise
Very reliableGood USB-C charging speedCompact and lightweight for EDC
High CRI 4000K neutral white LEDs provide natural, comfortable light suitable for long useCompact and lightweight design (73g) with included rechargeable 18350 batteryFast USB-C charging with full charge in about 1 hourMultiple modes including six brightness levels, strobe, SOS, beacon, and stepless dimmingDurable aerospace-grade aluminum body with excellent waterproof and impact resistanceConvenient magnetic tailcap and versatile clip for many carry optionsVery long runtime in moonlight mode (up to 170 hours)
Common complaints
Somewhat dated design
Turbo runtime on max output limited to about 30 seconds before stepping downNo detailed specification for exact switch type in sourcesNot suitable for users requiring very long maximum output turbo runtime without steps down