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Acebeam EC35 vs Wurkkos WK03 SST40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 346% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 55% 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.
Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7726% 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$14.99Cheapest
Weight
85 g (3.00 oz)Heaviest
55 g (1.94 oz)Lightest
Length
139 mm (5.47 in)Longest
101.5 mm (4.00 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1100 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
8100 cdLowest candela
15238 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
247 m (810 ft)Highest
Max runtime
108000 minLongest runtime
1380 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum with type III hard-anodized finish
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor sportsPocket carry
Everyday carryCampingHiking
Common praise
Reliable performanceUSB-C charging portCompact size and lightweightComfortable grip from diamond knurled designGood build quality
Affordable price point for a fully featured 18650 EDC flashlightGood build quality with included accessoriesUSB-C charging with integrated charging indicatorBright output with decent beam throw for size
Common complaints
Somewhat dated designShort impact resistance (1 meter)No waterproofing when USB-C port cover is open
Low CRI around 70PWM in all modes which may cause flickerAccidental activation possible due to small protruding switchSharp cooling fins can be uncomfortable to holdLimited information on impact resistance
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