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Acebeam EC35 Gen II vs ThruNite BSS V4
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 13% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 129% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 129% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1120% 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$59.95Cheapest
Weight
84.8 g (2.99 oz)Lightest
98 g (3.46 oz)Heaviest
Length
138.7 mm (5.46 in)Shortest
146.5 mm (5.77 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1100 lmLowest output
2523 lmHighest output
Max candela
8100 cdLowest candela
16887 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
260 m (853 ft)Highest
Max runtime
108000 minLongest runtime
8850 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (compatible with 2x CR123 batteries)
1x 18650
Charging type
USB Type-C charging port
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum body with military grade type III hard-anodized finish
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCompact lightweight useOne-handed operation
Tactical useEDCWeapon mountingOutdoor activities
Common praise
Very reliableGood USB-C charging speedCompact and lightweight for EDC
High maximum output with 2523 lumensCompact size and lightweight for easy carryIncludes a comprehensive accessory kit with battery and mounting optionsIPX8 waterproof ratingSmooth reflector and versatile strike bezelGood thermal management and runtime
Common complaints
Somewhat dated design
Uses micro-USB charging rather than the more modern USB-CTailcap design can make battery swaps somewhat inconvenientFriction-fit pocket clip only allows tail-end carryNo mounting option for the remote switch included
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