Comparison Console
Acebeam EC50 Gen II vs Acebeam EC60
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC60 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC60 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC60 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC60 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 8% 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$119Cheapest
US$136.9Most expensive
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Lightest
132 g (4.66 oz)Heaviest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
2000 lmLowest output
Max candela
22800 cdLowest candela
90800 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
302 m (991 ft)Lowest
603 m (1978 ft)Highest
Max runtime
54000 min
54000 min
Power & durability
Battery type
1*26650 rechargeable Li-ion
1x 26650 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
Micro-USB
Micro USB integrated charging (2 Amp)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
1.2 m (4 ft)
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium, Type III hard-anodized finish, toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating
Aircraft grade aluminium with premium Type III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Compact EDC with high outputClose to 3000 lumens outputGood runtimeComfortable to holdOutdoor and home use
Everyday carrySearch and rescueSecurityPoliceOutdoorsHunting
Common praise
Very high output and brightnessBest UI and mode spacing among competitorsComfortable to hold and useDigitally regulated output for consistent brightnessGood beam profile balancing throw and floodIncludes convenient Moon Low modeWell made with quality materials
High maximum output of 2000 lumensVery long beam distance of 603 metersDurable aerospace grade aluminum constructionIntegrated fast USB charging with 2 amp currentComprehensive accessory package including holster and high capacity batteryRegulated output and temperature controlGood runtime on low modes up to 900 hours on moonlight
Common complaints
Slight pause between modes when cycling throughHolster is large and bulky relative to the flashlight
Only available in cool white (6500K) color temperatureMode cycling speed is slower than some competitorsStandby current due to electronic switchCannot cycle modes directly from turboSome users find switch click too sensitive