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Acebeam EC35 Gen II vs ThruNite Neutron 2C V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 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 longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3362% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 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 EC35 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 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 3362% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 Gen II stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 11% 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$49.95Cheapest
Weight
84.8 g (2.99 oz)Lightest
86 g (3.03 oz)Heaviest
Length
138.7 mm (5.46 in)Longest
125 mm (4.92 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1100 lm
1100 lm
Max candela
8100 cdLowest candela
14399 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
240 m (787 ft)Highest
Max runtime
108000 minLongest runtime
3120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (compatible with 2x CR123 batteries)
1×18650, 1×18350, 2×16340 or 2×CR123A (compatible multiple cells)
Charging type
USB Type-C charging port
USB side port charging (micro-USB)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX-8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum body with military grade type III hard-anodized finish
Type-III hard anodized aluminum body
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCompact lightweight useOne-handed operation
Everyday carry (EDC)Versatile battery compatibilityUsers wanting fine brightness control through ramping UI
Common praise
Very reliableGood USB-C charging speedCompact and lightweight for EDC
Versatile battery configurations including 18650, 18350, 16340, and CR123ASmooth ramping UI with memory function for precise brightness controlSolid build quality with good grip and finishIncludes USB side charging with 1A currentBright output up to 1100 lumens with 240m beam distance
Common complaints
Somewhat dated design
PWM visible at 110 Hz on low to medium brightness levels, which can be distractingNot the smallest size for an EDC lightNo tail switch; all functions controlled by side switch
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