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Acebeam EC50 vs Fenix PD36R

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

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Acebeam EC50 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam EC50 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam EC50 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix PD36R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix PD36R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam EC50 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix PD36R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam EC50 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 87% 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)Fenix PD36R — Beam distance: 396 m (1299 ft)Fenix PD36R — Max candela: 132000 cdFenix PD36R — Weight: 167 g (5.89 oz)Fenix PD36R — Length: 140.7 mm (5.54 in)Fenix PD36R — Retail price: US$121.35Fenix PD36R — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$136.9Most expensive
US$121.35Cheapest
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Lightest
167 g (5.89 oz)Heaviest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
140.7 mm (5.54 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
1700 lmLowest output
Max candela
22800 cdLowest candela
132000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
302 m (991 ft)Lowest
396 m (1299 ft)Highest
Max runtime
54000 minLongest runtime
28920 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
26650 rechargeable Li-ion
1 rechargeable 21700 lithium-ion battery
Charging type
Micro-USB wired charging, 2A current
USB Type-C 18W fast charging
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
6061-T6 Aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry▣Outdoor Use▣Professional Use
▣EDC And Outdoor Lighting▣Extended Outdoor Adventures▣Users Needing A Bright, Durable, Rechargeable Flashlight
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
✓Impressive Brightness And Beam Distance✓Excellent Battery Runtime And Fast USB C Charging✓Rugged Build Quality With Ip68 Waterproof Rating✓Versatile 2 Way Body Clip For Hands Free Carry
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
⚠Higher Cost Compared To Simpler Flashlights⚠Flat Side Switch Can Be Hard To Locate By Feel

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