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Acebeam EC35 Gen II vs Acebeam Rider RX

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

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Acebeam Rider RX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Rider RX stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam Rider RX stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam Rider RX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam Rider RX stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam Rider RX stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 971% 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 EC35 Gen II — Beam distance: 180 m (591 ft)Acebeam EC35 Gen II — Max candela: 8100 cdAcebeam EC35 Gen II — Weight: 84.8 g (2.99 oz)Acebeam EC35 Gen II — Length: 138.7 mm (5.46 in)Acebeam EC35 Gen II — Retail price: US$66.9Acebeam EC35 Gen II — Max lumens: 1100 lmAcebeam Rider RX — Beam distance: 96 m (315 ft)Acebeam Rider RX — Max candela: 2304 cdAcebeam Rider RX — Weight: 82 g (2.89 oz)Acebeam Rider RX — Length: 95.7 mm (3.77 in)Acebeam Rider RX — Retail price: US$50Acebeam Rider RX — Max lumens: 650 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$66.9Most expensive
US$50Cheapest
Weight
84.8 g (2.99 oz)Heaviest
82 g (2.89 oz)Lightest
Length
138.7 mm (5.46 in)Longest
95.7 mm (3.77 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1100 lmHighest output
650 lmLowest output
Max candela
8100 cdHighest candela
2304 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Highest
96 m (315 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
108000 minLongest runtime
10080 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (compatible with 2x CR123 batteries)
14500 Li-ion or AA battery (Alkaline/NiMH)
Charging type
USB Type-C charging port
USB-C via included rechargeable 14500 battery
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX68 (2 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum body with military grade type III hard-anodized finish
Aluminum alloy body with stainless steel outer shell
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry▣Compact Lightweight Use▣One Handed Operation
▣Everyday Carry▣EDC▣Gift▣Stress Relief Via Fidget Feature▣Outdoor Use▣Home Use
Common praise
✓Very Reliable✓Good USB C Charging Speed✓Compact And Lightweight For EDC
✓High Color Rendering Index (cri 90) LED With Pleasant Neutral 5000k Tint✓Good Maximum Brightness For Size✓Durable Stainless Steel Outer Shell And Aluminum Body✓Fidget Clip Feature Praised As A Stress Relief Gadget✓Included USB C Rechargeable Battery✓Smooth And Comfortable Design✓Good User Interface With Memory Function
Common complaints
⚠Somewhat Dated Design
⚠Requires Break In Period For Smooth Clip Sliding⚠Switch Type Preference Varies (forward Clicky Used)⚠Surface Can Get Hot On Continuous Use⚠No Reverse Clicky Switch And No Onboard Charging (battery Charges Via USB C Port On Battery)

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