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Acebeam EC35 vs Nitecore MH12 V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% 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. Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 9% 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.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 20% 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)Heaviest
84.5 g (2.98 oz)Lightest
Length
139 mm (5.47 in)Shortest
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1100 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
8100 cdLowest candela
10200 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
202 m (663 ft)Highest
Max runtime
108000 minLongest runtime
90000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
1x 21700, 1x 18650, 2x CR123
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
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor sportsPocket carry
Every Day Carry (EDC)Tactical useProfessional missions
Common praise
Reliable performanceUSB-C charging portCompact size and lightweightComfortable grip from diamond knurled designGood build quality
Good build qualityIncludes high-capacity 21700 rechargeable batteryLong runtime on low modesDual switch interface for tactical and daily modesCompact for a tactical beam distanceMultiple brightness and special modesUSB-C charging port with included cable
Common complaints
Somewhat dated designShort impact resistance (1 meter)No waterproofing when USB-C port cover is open
Long length makes pocket carry less convenientCharge port slightly off-center but functional
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