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Acebeam EC50 Gen II vs ThruNite BSS V4

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 510% 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.

Acebeam EC50 Gen II — Beam distance: 302 m (991 ft)Acebeam EC50 Gen II — Max candela: 22800 cdAcebeam EC50 Gen II — Weight: 128 g (4.52 oz)Acebeam EC50 Gen II — Length: 132 mm (5.20 in)Acebeam EC50 Gen II — Retail price: US$119Acebeam EC50 Gen II — Max lumens: 3000 lmThruNite BSS V4 — Beam distance: 260 m (853 ft)ThruNite BSS V4 — Max candela: 16887 cdThruNite BSS V4 — Weight: 98 g (3.46 oz)ThruNite BSS V4 — Length: 146.5 mm (5.77 in)ThruNite BSS V4 — Retail price: US$59.95ThruNite BSS V4 — Max lumens: 2523 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$119Most expensive
US$59.95Cheapest
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Heaviest
98 g (3.46 oz)Lightest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
146.5 mm (5.77 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
2523 lmLowest output
Max candela
22800 cdHighest candela
16887 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
302 m (991 ft)Highest
260 m (853 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
54000 minLongest runtime
8850 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1*26650 rechargeable Li-ion
1x 18650
Charging type
Micro-USB
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium, Type III hard-anodized finish, toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Compact EDC With High Output▣Close To 3000 Lumens Output▣Good Runtime▣Comfortable To Hold▣Outdoor And Home Use
▣Tactical Use▣EDC▣Weapon Mounting▣Outdoor Activities
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 Maximum Output With 2523 Lumens✓Compact Size And Lightweight For Easy Carry✓Includes A Comprehensive Accessory Kit With Battery And Mounting Options✓Ipx8 Waterproof Rating✓Smooth Reflector And Versatile Strike Bezel✓Good Thermal Management And Runtime
Common complaints
⚠Slight Pause Between Modes When Cycling Through⚠Holster Is Large And Bulky Relative To The Flashlight
⚠Uses Micro USB Charging Rather Than The More Modern USB C⚠Tailcap Design Can Make Battery Swaps Somewhat Inconvenient⚠Friction Fit Pocket Clip Only Allows Tail End Carry⚠No Mounting Option For The Remote Switch Included

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