Comparison Console
Acebeam EC65 vs Acebeam Rider RX 2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1326% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1326% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 19% 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$119.5
Unknown
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Heaviest
65.8 g (2.32 oz)Lightest
Length
114.5 mm (4.51 in)Longest
96 mm (3.78 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
16600 cdHighest candela
2756 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
258 m (846 ft)Highest
105 m (344 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
244 minShortest runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion (included), compatible with 18650 and 2xCR123 using adapter
1x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion or 1x AA alkaline/Ni-MH
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C (battery)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Waterproof under water 5 meters
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
AL6061-T6 aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodised finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor useTactical applications
Everyday Carry (EDC)Outdoor activitiesEmergency situations
Common praise
Very bright and long-range beamCompact and lightweight for EDCFast USB-C chargingSolid build quality with good gripIncludes rechargeable high-capacity battery
Compact and lightweightDurable construction with IP68 ratingGood maximum output and beam distanceMultiple brightness levels with memory functionUSB-C rechargeable battery included and AA compatibleFidget clip feature appreciated by users with ADHD/autism
Common complaints
Gets very hot on turbo mode with short runtimeTurbo mode steps down after 1 minuteTailcap spring may rattle without battery
Forward-clicky switch not preferred by all usersNo built-in charging on the flashlight body, charging in battery onlyPWM usage on all modes (though not very noticeable)