Comparison Console
Acebeam EC65 vs Fenix PD40R V2.0
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 30% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 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 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 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 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 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 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 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2064% 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$165Most expensive
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Lightest
117 g (4.13 oz)Heaviest
Length
114.5 mm (4.51 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
3000 lmLowest output
Max candela
16600 cdLowest candela
40567 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
258 m (846 ft)Lowest
405 m (1329 ft)Highest
Max runtime
244 minShortest runtime
5280 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion (included), compatible with 18650 and 2xCR123 using adapter
1x 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)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
A6061-T6 aircraft grade aluminium
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor useTactical applications
Everyday carry (EDC)Professional useGeneral purpose useInspectionWalking a dogSituations requiring versatile brightness levels
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 maximum and sustained brightnessSmooth and easy rotary switch operationGood battery runtime with included 21700 batterySolid build quality with aircraft grade aluminiumIP68 dust and waterproof ratedComes with holster and spare o-rings
Common complaints
Gets very hot on turbo mode with short runtimeTurbo mode steps down after 1 minuteTailcap spring may rattle without battery
Packaging not very stylishNo included AC adapter for chargingRotary switch may require getting used to