Comparison Console
Acebeam EC35 vs Acebeam P16
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8082% 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$84.9Most expensive
Weight
85 g (3.00 oz)Lightest
156.2 g (5.51 oz)Heaviest
Length
139 mm (5.47 in)Longest
131.2 mm (5.17 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1100 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
8100 cdLowest candela
58564 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
484 m (1588 ft)Highest
Max runtime
108000 minLongest runtime
1320 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (USB-C included) compatible with 2 x CR123/RCR123
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum with type III hard-anodized finish
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor sportsPocket carry
Tactical useLaw enforcementEmergency situationsEveryday carry (EDC)
Common praise
Reliable performanceUSB-C charging portCompact size and lightweightComfortable grip from diamond knurled designGood build quality
Long throw distance of 484 meters with a focused beamRugged and impact-resistant buildEasy and intuitive dual tail switch interfaceStable output and versatile brightness levelsIncluded rechargeable battery and USB-C charging
Common complaints
Somewhat dated designShort impact resistance (1 meter)No waterproofing when USB-C port cover is open
No LED replacement service from manufacturer