Comparison Console
Acebeam EC50 Gen III vs Fenix PD36R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 126% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 126% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 149% 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$121.35Cheapest
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Lightest
167 g (5.89 oz)Heaviest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
140.7 mm (5.54 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3850 lmHighest output
1700 lmLowest output
Max candela
26500 cdLowest candela
132000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
326 m (1070 ft)Lowest
396 m (1299 ft)Highest
Max runtime
72000 minLongest runtime
28920 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 26650 Li-ion rechargeable
1 rechargeable 21700 lithium-ion battery
Charging type
USB charging cable included
USB Type-C 18W fast charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with premium Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
6061-T6 Aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)HikingCampingOutdoor useProfessional use
EDC and outdoor lightingExtended outdoor adventuresUsers needing a bright, durable, rechargeable flashlight
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
Impressive brightness and beam distanceExcellent battery runtime and fast USB-C chargingRugged build quality with IP68 waterproof ratingVersatile 2-way body clip for hands-free carry
Common complaints
No explicit complaints from provided sources
Higher cost compared to simpler flashlightsFlat side switch can be hard to locate by feel
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