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Acebeam EC65 vs Nitecore P10i
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 2% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P10i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 122% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P10i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 122% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1130% 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$104Cheapest
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Lightest
84 g (2.96 oz)Heaviest
Length
114.5 mm (4.51 in)Shortest
147 mm (5.79 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1800 lmLowest output
Max candela
16600 cdLowest candela
21100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
258 m (846 ft)Lowest
290 m (951 ft)Highest
Max runtime
244 minShortest runtime
3000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion (included), compatible with 18650 and 2xCR123 using adapter
1 x 21700 Li-ion (NL2140i included) or 2 x CR123
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
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aero grade aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor useTactical applications
Tactical useLaw enforcementMilitary personnelEDC - Everyday carry usage
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 output and throw distanceCompact and lightweight designTactical dual switch operationUSB-C fast charging with power indicatorDurability with IP68 and 2m impact resistance
Common complaints
Gets very hot on turbo mode with short runtimeTurbo mode steps down after 1 minuteTailcap spring may rattle without battery
Runtime reduces at high output due to temperature regulationRequires proprietary battery for maximum performance
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