Comparison Console
Acebeam EC35 vs Acebeam EC65
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 264% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 264% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 44162% 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$119.5Most expensive
Weight
85 g (3.00 oz)Heaviest
82 g (2.89 oz)Lightest
Length
139 mm (5.47 in)Longest
114.5 mm (4.51 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1100 lmLowest output
4000 lmHighest output
Max candela
8100 cdLowest candela
16600 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
258 m (846 ft)Highest
Max runtime
108000 minLongest runtime
244 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
21700 rechargeable Li-ion (included), compatible with 18650 and 2xCR123 using adapter
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Waterproof under water 5 meters
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum with type III hard-anodized finish
Aircraft grade aluminium with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor sportsPocket carry
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor useTactical applications
Common praise
Reliable performanceUSB-C charging portCompact size and lightweightComfortable grip from diamond knurled designGood build quality
Very bright and long-range beamCompact and lightweight for EDCFast USB-C chargingSolid build quality with good gripIncludes rechargeable high-capacity battery
Common complaints
Somewhat dated designShort impact resistance (1 meter)No waterproofing when USB-C port cover is open
Gets very hot on turbo mode with short runtimeTurbo mode steps down after 1 minuteTailcap spring may rattle without battery