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Acebeam EC35 Gen II vs Fenix PD32R

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

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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

Cheapest

Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix PD32R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix PD32R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix PD32R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix PD32R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

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.

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 lmFenix PD32R — Beam distance: 344 m (1129 ft)Fenix PD32R — Max candela: 29588 cdFenix PD32R — Weight: 136 g (4.80 oz)Fenix PD32R — Length: 135 mm (5.31 in)Fenix PD32R — Retail price: US$69.95Fenix PD32R — Max lumens: 1400 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
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 Carry▣Compact Lightweight Use▣One Handed Operation
▣General Purpose▣Tactical▣Professional Use▣Outdoor▣Law Enforcement
Common praise
✓Very Reliable✓Good USB C Charging Speed✓Compact And Lightweight For EDC
✓High Maximum Output Of 1400 Lumens✓Versatile Power Options With 18650 Or Cr123a Batteries✓Durable Ip68 Rated Construction✓Convenient USB C Charging Port✓Useful Multi Function Tail Switch
Common complaints
⚠Somewhat Dated Design
⚠Larger Size Compared To Typical 18650 Lights⚠Flimsy And Short Charging Cable⚠May Require Removal Of Clip For Holster Use

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