Comparison Console
Acebeam EC50 vs Acebeam PT40
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 12% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1025% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC50 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1025% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 4% 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$136.9Cheapest
US$175Most expensive
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Lightest
145 g (5.11 oz)Heaviest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Longest
126.8 mm (4.99 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lm
3000 lm
Max candela
22800 cdHighest candela
3680 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
302 m (991 ft)Highest
121 m (397 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
54000 minLongest runtime
4800 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
26650 rechargeable Li-ion
18650 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
Micro-USB wired charging, 2A current
Micro USB (via included cable, optional battery with USB-C port)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium, Type III hard-anodized finish, toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating
A6061-T6 aluminium alloy with Type III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor useProfessional use
Industrial workVehicle repairCampingOutdoor sportsLaw enforcementEveryday carry
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
High brightness and good beam qualityVersatile mounting options including magnetic tail and pocket clipHigh color rendering index reducing eye strainSolid build quality with aircraft-grade aluminum body
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
Magnet not very strong on curved metal surfacesHeadband attachment not very comfortable for switching between handheld and headlamp usePocket clip is not very stiff and less comfortable to clip onto pockets