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Acebeam EC35 vs Nitecore P10i
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore P10i 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 36% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P10i 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 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i 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 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i 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 3500% 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$104Most expensive
Weight
85 g (3.00 oz)Heaviest
84 g (2.96 oz)Lightest
Length
139 mm (5.47 in)Shortest
147 mm (5.79 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1100 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
8100 cdLowest candela
21100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
290 m (951 ft)Highest
Max runtime
108000 minLongest runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
1 x 21700 Li-ion (NL2140i included) or 2 x 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)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum with type III hard-anodized finish
Aero grade aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor sportsPocket carry
Tactical useLaw enforcementMilitary personnelEDC - Everyday carry usage
Common praise
Reliable performanceUSB-C charging portCompact size and lightweightComfortable grip from diamond knurled designGood build quality
High maximum output and throw distanceCompact and lightweight designTactical dual switch operationUSB-C fast charging with power indicatorDurability with IP68 and 2m impact resistance
Common complaints
Somewhat dated designShort impact resistance (1 meter)No waterproofing when USB-C port cover is open
Runtime reduces at high output due to temperature regulationRequires proprietary battery for maximum performance
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