Comparison Console
Acebeam EC60 vs Fenix PD36R ACE
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam EC60 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC60 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC60 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC60 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC60 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC60 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1319% 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$146Most expensive
Weight
132 g (4.66 oz)Lightest
182 g (6.42 oz)Heaviest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
146 mm (5.75 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
90800 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
603 m (1978 ft)Highest
415 m (1362 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
54000 minLongest runtime
3805 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 26650 rechargeable lithium-ion
One 21700 rechargeable Li-ion battery
Charging type
Micro USB integrated charging (2 Amp)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with premium Type III hard-anodized finish
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carrySearch and rescueSecurityPoliceOutdoorsHunting
Users who want high brightness and long beam distanceOutdoor and tactical useUsers who want customizable operation modes
Common praise
High maximum output of 2000 lumensVery long beam distance of 603 metersDurable aerospace grade aluminum constructionIntegrated fast USB charging with 2 amp currentComprehensive accessory package including holster and high capacity batteryRegulated output and temperature controlGood runtime on low modes up to 900 hours on moonlight
High brightness outputLong beam distanceDurable constructionCustomizable mode settingsConvenient USB-C charging portSolid battery runtime
Common complaints
Only available in cool white (6500K) color temperatureMode cycling speed is slower than some competitorsStandby current due to electronic switchCannot cycle modes directly from turboSome users find switch click too sensitive
No specific complaints noted in source, but weight may be considered heavy for keychain use
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