Comparison Console
Acebeam EC50 vs Fenix PD40R V2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 923% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC50 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 923% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC50 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 5% 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$165Most expensive
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Heaviest
117 g (4.13 oz)Lightest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lm
3000 lm
Max candela
22800 cdLowest candela
40567 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
302 m (991 ft)Lowest
405 m (1329 ft)Highest
Max runtime
54000 minLongest runtime
5280 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
26650 rechargeable Li-ion
1x 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery
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)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 aircraft grade aluminium
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor useProfessional use
Everyday carry (EDC)Professional useGeneral purpose useInspectionWalking a dogSituations requiring versatile brightness levels
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 maximum and sustained brightnessSmooth and easy rotary switch operationGood battery runtime with included 21700 batterySolid build quality with aircraft grade aluminiumIP68 dust and waterproof ratedComes with holster and spare o-rings
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
Packaging not very stylishNo included AC adapter for chargingRotary switch may require getting used to
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