Acebeam EC50 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Acebeam EC50 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Acebeam EC50 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Acebeam EC50 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Acebeam EC50 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 25% 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.
1x 4000mAh 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A lithium batteries
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
A6061-T6 aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday carry▣Outdoor use▣Professional use
▣Law enforcement▣Outdoor missions▣Everyday carry▣Tactical use
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
✓Very bright output with 2000 lumens✓Long 380 meter beam distance✓Multiple lighting modes including strobe and SOS✓USB Type-C rechargeable with protected port✓Durable IP68 waterproof and dustproof design✓Impact resistant to 1.5 meters✓Comfortable anti-slip body design✓Digital regulation maintains stable output
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
⚠Some users may find size slightly large for keychain carry⚠Hidden SET switch may require learning curve