Comparison Console
Acebeam EC50 Gen III vs Fenix E18R V2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 221% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 426% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 114% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 221% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 426% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 97% 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$129.9
Unknown
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Heaviest
56 g (1.98 oz)Lightest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Longest
67 mm (2.64 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3850 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
26500 cdHighest candela
5397 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
326 m (1070 ft)Highest
146 m (479 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
72000 minLongest runtime
13680 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 26650 Li-ion rechargeable
16340 rechargeable Li-ion battery (ARB-L16-700P)
Charging type
USB charging cable included
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with premium Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)HikingCampingOutdoor UseProfessional Use
Everyday Carry (EDC)HikingCampingEmergency Use
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
Compact And Lightweight Design Making It Easy To CarryHigh Maximum Output For Its Size (1200 Lumens)USB Type C Fast Charging ConvenienceSolid Build Quality With Durable Aluminum And Hard Anodized FinishUseful Lockout Function To Prevent Accidental Activation
Common complaints
No Explicit Complaints From Provided Sources
Included Lanyard Feels CheapSide Switch May Be Prone To Accidental Activation Without Lockout
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