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Acebeam EC50 vs Fenix UC35

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

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Fenix UC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix UC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix UC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam EC50 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix UC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam EC50 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix UC35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam EC50 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix UC35 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam EC50 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 13% 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 UC35 — Beam distance: 266 m (873 ft)Fenix UC35 — Max candela: 17700 cdFenix UC35 — Weight: 89 g (3.14 oz)Fenix UC35 — Length: 140 mm (5.51 in)Fenix UC35 — Retail price: US$126Fenix UC35 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$136.9Most expensive
US$126Cheapest
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Heaviest
89 g (3.14 oz)Lightest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
140 mm (5.51 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
22800 cdHighest candela
17700 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
302 m (991 ft)Highest
266 m (873 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
54000 minLongest runtime
48000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
26650 rechargeable Li-ion
One 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery or two CR123A batteries
Charging type
Micro-USB wired charging, 2A current
Micro USB 5V/2A
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
High strength oxidation-resistant aluminum with HAIII hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor useProfessional use
MilitaryPolicingOutdoor lightingEmergency standbyEveryday carry
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
Powerful output for its sizeLong maximum runtime especially in moonlight modeDurable aircraft-grade aluminum body with good impact and water resistanceConvenient dual-switch interface with tactical tail and side functional switchIncluded high capacity rechargeable 18650 battery and micro USB charging
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
Battery level indication only works with 18650 Li-ion batteryCharging only possible when flashlight is off and at low output

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