Comparison Console
Acebeam EC65 vs Fenix UC35
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 8% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 19572% 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$126Most expensive
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Lightest
89 g (3.14 oz)Heaviest
Length
114.5 mm (4.51 in)Shortest
140 mm (5.51 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
16600 cdLowest candela
17700 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
258 m (846 ft)Lowest
266 m (873 ft)Highest
Max runtime
244 minShortest runtime
48000 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 batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro USB 5V/2A
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
High strength oxidation-resistant aluminum with HAIII hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor useTactical applications
MilitaryPolicingOutdoor lightingEmergency standbyEveryday carry
Common praise
Very bright and long-range beamCompact and lightweight for EDCFast USB-C chargingSolid build quality with good gripIncludes rechargeable high-capacity battery
Powerful output for its sizeLong maximum runtime especially in moonlight modeDurable aircraft-grade aluminum body with good impact and water resistanceConvenient dual-switch interface with tactical tail and side functional switchIncluded high capacity rechargeable 18650 battery and micro USB charging
Common complaints
Gets very hot on turbo mode with short runtimeTurbo mode steps down after 1 minuteTailcap spring may rattle without battery
Battery level indication only works with 18650 Li-ion batteryCharging only possible when flashlight is off and at low output