Comparison Console
Acebeam EC35 vs Fenix PD25R
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 23% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% 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 EC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R 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.
Fenix PD25R 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 51329% 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$79.95Most expensive
Weight
85 g (3.00 oz)Lightest
110 g (3.88 oz)Heaviest
Length
139 mm (5.47 in)Longest
134 mm (5.28 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1100 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
8100 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)
180 m (591 ft)
Max runtime
108000 minLongest runtime
210 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
1 x 18650 rechargeable or 2 x 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)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum with type III hard-anodized finish
Aircraft grade aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor sportsPocket carry
Everyday CarryOutdoorTacticalHiking
Common praise
Reliable performanceUSB-C charging portCompact size and lightweightComfortable grip from diamond knurled designGood build quality
Compact and portable sizeHigh output and beam distance for its sizeReliable and well-built with IP68 waterproof ratingUSB-C charging convenienceGood mode variety and memory function
Common complaints
Somewhat dated designShort impact resistance (1 meter)No waterproofing when USB-C port cover is open
Smaller size can be difficult for large handsNo detailed max candela specification availableRuntime data varies with battery choice and isn’t always clearly specified