Comparison Console
Acebeam EC35 Gen II vs Acebeam Rider RX 2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3003% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3003% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 44% 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$66.9
Unknown
Weight
84.8 g (2.99 oz)Heaviest
65.8 g (2.32 oz)Lightest
Length
138.7 mm (5.46 in)Longest
96 mm (3.78 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1100 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
8100 cdHighest candela
2756 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Highest
105 m (344 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
108000 minLongest runtime
3480 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (compatible with 2x CR123 batteries)
1x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion or 1x AA alkaline/Ni-MH
Charging type
USB Type-C charging port
USB-C (battery)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX68 (2 meters submersible)
IP68
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
AL6061-T6 aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodised finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCompact lightweight useOne-handed operation
Everyday Carry (EDC)Outdoor activitiesEmergency situations
Common praise
Very reliableGood USB-C charging speedCompact and lightweight for EDC
Compact and lightweightDurable construction with IP68 ratingGood maximum output and beam distanceMultiple brightness levels with memory functionUSB-C rechargeable battery included and AA compatibleFidget clip feature appreciated by users with ADHD/autism
Common complaints
Somewhat dated design
Forward-clicky switch not preferred by all usersNo built-in charging on the flashlight body, charging in battery onlyPWM usage on all modes (though not very noticeable)
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