Comparison Console
Acebeam EC65 vs Fenix PD36R ACE
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 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 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 122% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% 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 PD36R ACE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1459% 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$119.5Cheapest
US$146Most expensive
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Lightest
182 g (6.42 oz)Heaviest
Length
114.5 mm (4.51 in)Shortest
146 mm (5.75 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
3000 lmLowest output
Max candela
16600 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
258 m (846 ft)Lowest
415 m (1362 ft)Highest
Max runtime
244 minShortest runtime
3805 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion (included), compatible with 18650 and 2xCR123 using adapter
One 21700 rechargeable Li-ion 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)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor useTactical applications
Users who want high brightness and long beam distanceOutdoor and tactical useUsers who want customizable operation modes
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 outputLong beam distanceDurable constructionCustomizable mode settingsConvenient USB-C charging portSolid battery runtime
Common complaints
Gets very hot on turbo mode with short runtimeTurbo mode steps down after 1 minuteTailcap spring may rattle without battery
No specific complaints noted in source, but weight may be considered heavy for keychain use