Comparison Console
Acebeam EC50 Gen III vs Acebeam L35
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 317% 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$129.9Most expensive
US$126.9Cheapest
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Lightest
161 g (5.68 oz)Heaviest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
152 mm (5.98 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3850 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
26500 cdLowest candela
57600 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
326 m (1070 ft)Lowest
480 m (1575 ft)Highest
Max runtime
72000 minLongest runtime
17280 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 26650 Li-ion rechargeable
1× 21700 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB charging cable included
USB-C (via included battery)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IP68 (5 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with premium Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
HAIII Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)HikingCampingOutdoor useProfessional use
Tactical useHuntingDutyLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
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 5000 lumensLong beam throw of 480 metersDurable build quality with IP68 ratingConvenient USB-C charging through the batteryDual switch interface for tactical and everyday useIncludes useful accessories such as nylon holster, lanyard, spare O-rings, and pocket clip
Common complaints
No explicit complaints from provided sources
Actual measured output slightly lower than claimed 5000 lumensTail switch protrusion prevents tailstandingCharging current limited to ~1A causing longer battery charge times