Comparison Console
Acebeam EC65 vs Olight Baldr S
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 14% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baldr S stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baldr S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baldr S stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baldr S stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 74% 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$148.45Most expensive
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Lightest
95 g (3.35 oz)Heaviest
Length
114.5 mm (4.51 in)Longest
63 mm (2.48 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
800 lmLowest output
Max candela
16600 cdHighest candela
4400 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
258 m (846 ft)Highest
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
244 minLongest runtime
140 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion (included), compatible with 18650 and 2xCR123 using adapter
3.7V 380mAh Rechargeable Lithium Polymer Battery (Built-in)
Charging type
USB Type-C
Magnetic Charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Waterproof under water 5 meters
IPX4
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
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor useTactical applications
Tactical useSelf-defenseMilitaryLaw enforcementCompact firearms compatibility
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 brightness (800 lumens)Long maximum runtime of 140 minutes on low modeAdjustable green or blue laser for aimingDual ambidextrous switches for easy operationCompact size and easy installation with quick-install sliding rail mountReliable construction with IPX4 waterproof rating and 1-meter impact resistance
Common complaints
Gets very hot on turbo mode with short runtimeTurbo mode steps down after 1 minuteTailcap spring may rattle without battery
No SOS or beacon modeLimited to max 130 meters beam distance, which may be shorter compared to some larger flashlights