Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 60% 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.
Aircraft grade aluminium, Type III hard-anodized finish, toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating
Aluminum (black and green versions) or magnesium alloy (desert tan version)
Use case profile
Best for
▣Compact EDC With High Output▣Close To 3000 Lumens Output▣Good Runtime▣Comfortable To Hold▣Outdoor And Home Use
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣General Outdoor Activities▣Powerful Illumination With Long Runtime▣Safe Use Near Skin Due To Proximity Sensor
Common praise
✓Very High Output And Brightness✓Best Ui And Mode Spacing Among Competitors✓Comfortable To Hold And Use✓Digitally Regulated Output For Consistent Brightness✓Good Beam Profile Balancing Throw And Flood✓Includes Convenient Moon Low Mode✓Well Made With Quality Materials
✓High Build Quality And Solid Machining✓Powerful 2500 Lumens Output With Good Beam Distance (~167 M)✓Very Long Maximum Runtime (up To 60 Days/86400 Minutes)✓User Friendly Interface With Easy To Use Recessed Side Switch✓Proximity Sensor To Prevent Accidental Burns, Which Can Be Disabled✓Convenient Magnetic Proprietary Charging With Included Mcc3 USB Cable✓Lightweight Magnesium Alloy Version Available✓Includes A Travel Pouch And Magnetic L Shaped Stand For Storage
Common complaints
⚠Slight Pause Between Modes When Cycling Through⚠Holster Is Large And Bulky Relative To The Flashlight
⚠Battery Is A Proprietary 21700 Cell Limiting Battery Replacement Options⚠Light Is Larger Than Previous 18650 Baton Models, Potentially Bulky For Some⚠Limited Impact Resistance Information And No Explicit Tested Drop Rating