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Acebeam EC65 vs Fenix LD30R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam EC65 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 135% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix LD30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 135% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1724% 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$86.48Cheapest
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Lightest
132 g (4.66 oz)Heaviest
Length
114.5 mm (4.51 in)Shortest
129.7 mm (5.11 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1700 lmLowest output
Max candela
16600 cdLowest candela
18037 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
258 m (846 ft)Lowest
267 m (876 ft)Highest
Max runtime
244 minShortest runtime
4450 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion (included), compatible with 18650 and 2xCR123 using adapter
1 included ARB-L18-3400 Li-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Waterproof under water 5 meters
IP68
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
All-metal CNC machined body with premium type HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Outdoor UseTactical Applications
EDCOutdoor UseCampingEmergencyTactical
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 And Versatile ModesDurable And Well Built Metal BodyConvenient Dual Switch InterfaceLong Runtime On Lower ModesWaterproof And Impact Resistant
Common complaints
Gets Very Hot On Turbo Mode With Short RuntimeTurbo Mode Steps Down After 1 MinuteTailcap Spring May Rattle Without Battery
Price May Be High Compared To Simpler Flashlights
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