Comparison Console
Acebeam EC35 vs Fenix E28R V2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam EC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 592% 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$64.95Cheapest
Weight
85 g (3.00 oz)Lightest
128 g (4.52 oz)Heaviest
Length
139 mm (5.47 in)Longest
121 mm (4.76 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1100 lmLowest output
1700 lmHighest output
Max candela
8100 cdLowest candela
18588 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
273 m (896 ft)Highest
Max runtime
108000 minLongest runtime
15600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum with type III hard-anodized finish
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryOutdoor SportsPocket Carry
Everyday Carry (EDC)Daily CommutingCampingHikingHands Free Use With Magnetic Tail
Common praise
Reliable PerformanceUSB C Charging PortCompact Size And LightweightComfortable Grip From Diamond Knurled DesignGood Build Quality
High Output For SizeVersatile Lighting Modes Including Warning LightsUSB C Fast ChargingSolid Build Quality And FinishMagnetic Tail For Hands Free UseGood Runtime On Lower Modes
Common complaints
Somewhat Dated DesignShort Impact Resistance (1 Meter)No Waterproofing When USB C Port Cover Is Open
Slightly Heavy For Pocket CarryTailcap Is Glued And Only Removable By TailNo Included PouchBeam Tint Cooler And Cri Moderate
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