Comparison Console
Acebeam EC60 vs Nitecore SRT6i
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 21% 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. Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% 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.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC60 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC60 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC60 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1186% 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$145.49Most expensive
Weight
132 g (4.66 oz)Lightest
167 g (5.89 oz)Heaviest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
163 mm (6.42 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmLowest output
2100 lmHighest output
Max candela
90800 cdHighest candela
65200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
603 m (1978 ft)Highest
510 m (1673 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
54000 minLongest runtime
4200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 26650 rechargeable lithium-ion
1x21700i Li-ion (NL2150HPi 5000mAh), 2xCR123, 2xRCR123/16340
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)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with premium Type III hard-anodized finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish; strike bezel with high strength silicon nitride ceramics
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carrySearch and rescueSecurityPoliceOutdoorsHunting
Tactical useLong range searchlightLaw enforcementHunting
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
Intuitive no-nonsense user interface with rotary selector ringImpressive long throw and beam intensitySolid build quality with durable materialsIntegrated USB-C charging with included proprietary batteryTactical features such as strobe ready mode and lockout
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
Large head size makes pocket carry inconvenientRequires proprietary battery which limits standard battery use
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