Comparison Console
Acebeam EC50 Gen III vs Fenix HL60R
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 1% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HL60R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 305% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix HL60R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 305% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1100% 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$104.5Cheapest
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Lightest
121 g (4.27 oz)Heaviest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Longest
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3850 lmHighest output
950 lmLowest output
Max candela
26500 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
326 m (1070 ft)Highest
116 m (381 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
72000 minLongest runtime
6000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 26650 Li-ion rechargeable
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A lithium primary
Charging type
USB charging cable included
Micro USB charging cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IPX8, waterproof to 2m depth
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with premium Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Durable aircraft grade aluminium, premium Type III hard anodised anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)HikingCampingOutdoor useProfessional use
HikingCampingTrekkingCave explorationNight ridingSearch and rescueFishingBackcountry travel
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 950 lumensLong runtime up to 100 hours in eco modeWaterproof to 2 meters (IPX8)Durable all-metal aircraft grade aluminum buildUSB charging with included 18650 rechargeable batteryFunctional side switch with battery level indicatorsIncludes multiple brightness modes and red night vision modeComfortable adjustable head strap with tilt feature
Common complaints
No explicit complaints from provided sources
Switch located on side instead of top, takes 1 second press to activate which can be unintuitiveFeels heavy at 121 grams without battery, heavier with included battery (about 158 grams total)Wide plastic plate can press uncomfortably on bare foreheadNot designed to fit securely on whitewater helmets without rigging
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