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