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Acebeam EC65 vs Acebeam T36

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

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Acebeam EC65 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam EC65 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam T36 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam EC65 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam T36 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam T36 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam EC65 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam T36 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3146% 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 EC65 — Beam distance: 258 m (846 ft)Acebeam EC65 — Max candela: 16600 cdAcebeam EC65 — Weight: 82 g (2.89 oz)Acebeam EC65 — Length: 114.5 mm (4.51 in)Acebeam EC65 — Retail price: US$119.5Acebeam EC65 — Impact resistance: 1.2 m (4 ft)Acebeam T36 — Beam distance: 309 m (1014 ft)Acebeam T36 — Max candela: 23870 cdAcebeam T36 — Weight: 113 g (3.99 oz)Acebeam T36 — Length: 145 mm (5.71 in)Acebeam T36 — Retail price: US$129.9Acebeam T36 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$119.5Cheapest
US$129.9Most expensive
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Lightest
113 g (3.99 oz)Heaviest
Length
114.5 mm (4.51 in)Shortest
145 mm (5.71 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
2100 lmLowest output
Max candela
16600 cdLowest candela
23870 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
258 m (846 ft)Lowest
309 m (1014 ft)Highest
Max runtime
244 minShortest runtime
7920 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion (included), compatible with 18650 and 2xCR123 using adapter
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Waterproof under water 5 meters
IP68 / waterproof under water 5m
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aircraft grade aluminum with premium Type III Hard Anodized Anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor useTactical applications
Self-defenseEveryday carryHuntingSearch & rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
Common praise
Very bright and long-range beamCompact and lightweight for EDCFast USB-C chargingSolid build quality with good gripIncludes rechargeable high-capacity battery
Solid tactical design with dual switch setup4000K tint offers nice color renderingUSB-C charging convenient and fastCompact size with sturdy feel and firm gripGood beam distance and output balance
Common complaints
Gets very hot on turbo mode with short runtimeTurbo mode steps down after 1 minuteTailcap spring may rattle without battery
Can get hot quickly at highest outputMedium mode brightness lower than some users would preferLong shipping time from China to USA in some cases