Comparison Console
Acebeam EC50 vs Acebeam P16 2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam EC50 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2900% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2900% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 2.0 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 3% 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$136.9Most expensive
US$99.9Cheapest
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Lightest
169.3 g (5.97 oz)Heaviest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
136.3 mm (5.37 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lm
3000 lm
Max candela
22800 cdLowest candela
73712 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
302 m (991 ft)Lowest
543 m (1781 ft)Highest
Max runtime
54000 minLongest runtime
1800 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
26650 rechargeable Li-ion
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
Micro-USB wired charging, 2A current
USB Type-C
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, Type III hard-anodized finish, toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating
AL6061-T6 aluminum with hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor useProfessional use
Tactical useSelf-defenseEveryday carryHigh-stress scenariosGeneral use
Common praise
High maximum output of 3000 lumensLong maximum runtime up to 900 hours on lowest settingIntegrated fast 2A USB chargingCompact and lightweight design at 128g (without battery)Good beam distance of 302 metersDurable construction with aircraft grade aluminum and waterproof to IPX8Smooth floody beam and well-regulated output
Bright and clear light outputImpressive beam throwDurable construction with good impact resistanceIntuitive dual tail-switch UIFast USB-C charging with battery indicatorIncludes holster and two-way clip for versatile carry
Common complaints
Standby current causes some battery drainMode cycling speed slower compared to some competitorsLow voltage cutoff set somewhat low risking battery stress if over-drainedSometimes side switch is sensitive causing unintended clicks
No compatibility with 2x RCR123 batteries