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Acebeam EC35 Gen II vs Fenix PD32R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD32R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2471% 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$66.9Cheapest
US$69.95Most expensive
Weight
84.8 g (2.99 oz)Lightest
136 g (4.80 oz)Heaviest
Length
138.7 mm (5.46 in)Longest
135 mm (5.31 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1100 lmLowest output
1400 lmHighest output
Max candela
8100 cdLowest candela
29588 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
344 m (1129 ft)Highest
Max runtime
108000 minLongest runtime
4200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (compatible with 2x CR123 batteries)
1*18650 rechargeable, or 2*CR123A batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C charging port
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX68 (2 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum body with military grade type III hard-anodized finish
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCompact lightweight useOne-handed operation
General purposeTacticalProfessional useOutdoorLaw enforcement
Common praise
Very reliableGood USB-C charging speedCompact and lightweight for EDC
High maximum output of 1400 lumensVersatile power options with 18650 or CR123A batteriesDurable IP68 rated constructionConvenient USB-C charging portUseful multi-function tail switch
Common complaints
Somewhat dated design
Larger size compared to typical 18650 lightsFlimsy and short charging cableMay require removal of clip for holster use
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