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Acebeam EC50 Gen III vs Acebeam EC60

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

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Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam EC60 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam EC60 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam EC60 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam EC60 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% 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 III — Beam distance: 326 m (1070 ft)Acebeam EC50 Gen III — Max candela: 26500 cdAcebeam EC50 Gen III — Weight: 120 g (4.23 oz)Acebeam EC50 Gen III — Length: 132 mm (5.20 in)Acebeam EC50 Gen III — Retail price: US$129.9Acebeam EC50 Gen III — Max lumens: 3850 lmAcebeam EC60 — Beam distance: 603 m (1978 ft)Acebeam EC60 — Max candela: 90800 cdAcebeam EC60 — Weight: 132 g (4.66 oz)Acebeam EC60 — Length: 142 mm (5.59 in)Acebeam EC60 — Retail price: US$136.9Acebeam EC60 — Max lumens: 2000 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$129.9Cheapest
US$136.9Most expensive
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Lightest
132 g (4.66 oz)Heaviest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3850 lmHighest output
2000 lmLowest output
Max candela
26500 cdLowest candela
90800 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
326 m (1070 ft)Lowest
603 m (1978 ft)Highest
Max runtime
72000 minLongest runtime
54000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 26650 Li-ion rechargeable
1x 26650 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB charging cable included
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 with premium Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aircraft grade aluminium with premium Type III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)HikingCampingOutdoor useProfessional use
Everyday carrySearch and rescueSecurityPoliceOutdoorsHunting
Common praise
High max output and excellent beam pattern from CREE XHP70.2 LEDCompact size and lightweight design (120g) suitable for everyday carryIntegrated charging and simple UI with side switchGood beam distance and throw for outdoor tasksDurable construction with hard anodized finish
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
No explicit complaints from provided sources
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