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Acebeam EC65 vs Acebeam UC20

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

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Acebeam UC20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% 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 UC20 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1449% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam UC20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam EC65 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam UC20 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam EC65 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam UC20 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1449% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Acebeam EC65 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Acebeam UC20 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 15% 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 — Length: 114.5 mm (4.51 in)Acebeam EC65 — Retail price: US$119.5Acebeam EC65 — Impact resistance: 1.2 m (4 ft)Acebeam EC65 — Max lumens: 4000 lmAcebeam UC20 — Beam distance: 220 m (722 ft)Acebeam UC20 — Max candela: 12100 cdAcebeam UC20 — Length: 132 mm (5.20 in)Acebeam UC20 — Retail price: US$59.9Acebeam UC20 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Acebeam UC20 — Max lumens: 1000 lmBeam distanceMax candelaLengthRetail priceImpact resistanceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$119.5Most expensive
US$59.9Cheapest
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)
82 g (2.89 oz)
Length
114.5 mm (4.51 in)Shortest
132 mm (5.20 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
16600 cdHighest candela
12100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
258 m (846 ft)Highest
220 m (722 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
244 minShortest runtime
3780 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion (included), compatible with 18650 and 2xCR123 using adapter
Built-in 1000mAh Li-polymer rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C 5V 1A, ~1.2 hours to full charge
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Waterproof under water 5 meters
IP68 (2m/30min)
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 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Outdoor Use▣Tactical Applications
▣Everyday Carry▣Versatile Lighting Tasks▣Cleanliness Inspection (uv Light)▣Outdoor Night Activities (red Light)
Common praise
✓Very Bright And Long Range Beam✓Compact And Lightweight For EDC✓Fast USB C Charging✓Solid Build Quality With Good Grip✓Includes Rechargeable High Capacity Battery
✓Versatile 3 In 1 Lighting (white, Red, Uv)✓Compact And Lightweight Design✓Good Build Quality With Durable Aluminum Body✓USB C Fast Charging✓Instant Access To Turbo Mode Via Tail Switch
Common complaints
⚠Gets Very Hot On Turbo Mode With Short Runtime⚠Turbo Mode Steps Down After 1 Minute⚠Tailcap Spring May Rattle Without Battery
⚠Uv Light Output Is Relatively Weak With Visible Purple Spill⚠No Mechanical Lockout, Making Accidental Activation In Pockets Possible⚠Some Find The Ui And Mode Access For Red And Uv Modes Unintuitive

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