Comparison Console
Acebeam EC50 Gen III vs SureFire EDCL2-T
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 51% 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.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 104% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire EDCL2-T 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.
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 Gen III stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 119900% 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$129.9Cheapest
US$265Most expensive
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Heaviest
118 g (4.16 oz)Lightest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
148 mm (5.83 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3850 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
26500 cdHighest candela
11300 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
326 m (1070 ft)Highest
210 m (689 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
72000 minLongest runtime
60 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 26650 Li-ion rechargeable
Two CR123A (123A) batteries
Charging type
USB charging cable included
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with premium Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
High-strength aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)HikingCampingOutdoor useProfessional use
Everyday carryProfessional useTactical applications
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
Very bright high output with effective beam distanceLightweight and compact design suitable for everyday carrySmooth, intuitive dual-stage tailcap switchDurable construction with IPX7 water resistance
Common complaints
No explicit complaints from provided sources
Metal clip edge may scratch surfaces such as car paint or leather