Comparison Console
Acebeam EC35 Gen II vs Acebeam Rider RX
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
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.
Decision Signals
What stands out
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 most expensive option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% 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.
Acebeam Rider RX 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 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.
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 carryCompact lightweight useOne-handed operation
Everyday carryEDCGiftStress relief via fidget featureOutdoor useHome use
Common praise
Very reliableGood USB-C charging speedCompact and lightweight for EDC
High color rendering index (CRI 90) LED with pleasant neutral 5000K tintGood maximum brightness for sizeDurable stainless steel outer shell and aluminum bodyFidget clip feature praised as a stress-relief gadgetIncluded USB-C rechargeable batterySmooth and comfortable designGood user interface with memory function
Common complaints
Somewhat dated design
Requires break-in period for smooth clip slidingSwitch type preference varies (forward-clicky used)Surface can get hot on continuous useNo reverse-clicky switch and no onboard charging (battery charges via USB-C port on battery)