Comparison Console
Acebeam EC35 vs Acebeam UC20
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam UC20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam UC20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC20 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 UC20 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC20 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2757% 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$59.9Cheapest
Weight
85 g (3.00 oz)Heaviest
82 g (2.89 oz)Lightest
Length
139 mm (5.47 in)Longest
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1100 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
8100 cdLowest candela
12100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
220 m (722 ft)Highest
Max runtime
108000 minLongest runtime
3780 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
Built-in 1000mAh Li-polymer rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C 5V 1A, ~1.2 hours to full charge
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IP68 (2m/30min)
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 with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor sportsPocket carry
Everyday carryVersatile lighting tasksCleanliness inspection (UV light)Outdoor night activities (red light)
Common praise
Reliable performanceUSB-C charging portCompact size and lightweightComfortable grip from diamond knurled designGood build quality
Versatile 3-in-1 lighting (white, red, UV)Compact and lightweight designGood build quality with durable aluminum bodyUSB-C fast chargingInstant access to Turbo mode via tail switch
Common complaints
Somewhat dated designShort impact resistance (1 meter)No waterproofing when USB-C port cover is open
UV light output is relatively weak with visible purple spillNo mechanical lockout, making accidental activation in pockets possibleSome find the UI and mode access for red and UV modes unintuitive