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Acebeam EC65 vs Fenix LD30
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix LD30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix LD30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1634% 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$119.5Most expensive
US$98.5Cheapest
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Heaviest
59 g (2.08 oz)Lightest
Length
114.5 mm (4.51 in)Longest
109 mm (4.29 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1600 lmLowest output
Max candela
16600 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
258 m (846 ft)Highest
204 m (669 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
244 minShortest runtime
4230 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion (included), compatible with 18650 and 2xCR123 using adapter
One 18650 rechargeable li-ion battery or two CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB charging cable included
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Waterproof under water 5 meters
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
High-strength aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Outdoor UseTactical Applications
Everyday CarryOutdoor ActivitiesEmergency Use
Common praise
Very Bright And Long Range BeamCompact And Lightweight For EDCFast USB C ChargingSolid Build Quality With Good GripIncludes Rechargeable High Capacity Battery
High Brightness (1600 Lumens)Long Beam Distance (204 Meters)Compact And Lightweight DesignMultiple Lighting Modes Including Strobe And SOSRechargeable Battery IncludedIp68 Waterproof RatingDurable Aluminum Construction With Hard Anodized Finish
Common complaints
Gets Very Hot On Turbo Mode With Short RuntimeTurbo Mode Steps Down After 1 MinuteTailcap Spring May Rattle Without Battery
Weight Excludes BatteryNo Candela Value SpecifiedNo Explicit Impact Resistance Rating
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