Comparison Console
Acebeam EC65 vs Fenix PD36R Pro
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 51% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 106% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 933% 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$140Most expensive
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Lightest
169 g (5.96 oz)Heaviest
Length
114.5 mm (4.51 in)Shortest
145.8 mm (5.74 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
2800 lmLowest output
Max candela
16600 cdLowest candela
36600 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
258 m (846 ft)Lowest
381 m (1250 ft)Highest
Max runtime
244 minShortest runtime
2520 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion (included), compatible with 18650 and 2xCR123 using adapter
21700 rechargeable Li-ion
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)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
High-strength aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Outdoor UseTactical Applications
Tactical UseLaw EnforcementOutdoor AdventureProfessional Applications
Common praise
Very Bright And Long Range BeamCompact And Lightweight For EDCFast USB C ChargingSolid Build Quality With Good GripIncludes Rechargeable High Capacity Battery
Very Bright 2800 Lumens OutputRobust Build Quality With Ip68 RatingConvenient USB C ChargingTactical Dual Tail Switch UsabilityLong Battery Runtime Up To 42 Hours
Common complaints
Gets Very Hot On Turbo Mode With Short RuntimeTurbo Mode Steps Down After 1 MinuteTailcap Spring May Rattle Without Battery
None Clearly Stated In Sources
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