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Acebeam EC50 vs Acebeam T36

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Acebeam T36 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T36 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam T36 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam EC50 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam T36 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam EC50 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam T36 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam EC50 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam T36 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam EC50 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 582% 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.

Acebeam EC50 — Beam distance: 302 m (991 ft)Acebeam EC50 — Max candela: 22800 cdAcebeam EC50 — Weight: 128 g (4.52 oz)Acebeam EC50 — Length: 132 mm (5.20 in)Acebeam EC50 — Retail price: US$136.9Acebeam EC50 — Impact resistance: 1.2 m (4 ft)Acebeam T36 — Beam distance: 309 m (1014 ft)Acebeam T36 — Max candela: 23870 cdAcebeam T36 — Weight: 113 g (3.99 oz)Acebeam T36 — Length: 145 mm (5.71 in)Acebeam T36 — Retail price: US$129.9Acebeam T36 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$136.9Most expensive
US$129.9Cheapest
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Heaviest
113 g (3.99 oz)Lightest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
145 mm (5.71 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
2100 lmLowest output
Max candela
22800 cdLowest candela
23870 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
302 m (991 ft)Lowest
309 m (1014 ft)Highest
Max runtime
54000 minLongest runtime
7920 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
26650 rechargeable Li-ion
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
Micro-USB wired charging, 2A current
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IP68 / waterproof under water 5m
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
Aircraft grade aluminum with premium Type III Hard Anodized Anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry▣Outdoor Use▣Professional Use
▣Self Defense▣Everyday Carry▣Hunting▣Search & Rescue▣Law Enforcement▣Outdoor Activities
Common praise
✓High Maximum Output Of 3000 Lumens✓Long Maximum Runtime Up To 900 Hours On Lowest Setting✓Integrated Fast 2a USB Charging✓Compact And Lightweight Design At 128g (without Battery)✓Good Beam Distance Of 302 Meters✓Durable Construction With Aircraft Grade Aluminum And Waterproof To Ipx8✓Smooth Floody Beam And Well Regulated Output
✓Solid Tactical Design With Dual Switch Setup✓4000k Tint Offers Nice Color Rendering✓USB C Charging Convenient And Fast✓Compact Size With Sturdy Feel And Firm Grip✓Good Beam Distance And Output Balance
Common complaints
⚠Standby Current Causes Some Battery Drain⚠Mode Cycling Speed Slower Compared To Some Competitors⚠Low Voltage Cutoff Set Somewhat Low Risking Battery Stress If Over Drained⚠Sometimes Side Switch Is Sensitive Causing Unintended Clicks
⚠Can Get Hot Quickly At Highest Output⚠Medium Mode Brightness Lower Than Some Users Would Prefer⚠Long Shipping Time From China To USA In Some Cases

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