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Acebeam EC65 vs Olight Baldr S

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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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.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam EC65 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Olight Baldr S stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam EC65 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Olight Baldr S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Olight Baldr S stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Olight Baldr S stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

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.

Acebeam EC65 — Beam distance: 258 m (846 ft)Acebeam EC65 — Max candela: 16600 cdAcebeam EC65 — Weight: 82 g (2.89 oz)Acebeam EC65 — Length: 114.5 mm (4.51 in)Acebeam EC65 — Retail price: US$119.5Acebeam EC65 — Impact resistance: 1.2 m (4 ft)Olight Baldr S — Beam distance: 130 m (427 ft)Olight Baldr S — Max candela: 4400 cdOlight Baldr S — Weight: 95 g (3.35 oz)Olight Baldr S — Length: 63 mm (2.48 in)Olight Baldr S — Retail price: US$148.45Olight Baldr S — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
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 Use▣Tactical Applications
▣Tactical Use▣Self Defense▣Military▣Law Enforcement▣Compact Firearms Compatibility
Common praise
✓Very Bright And Long Range Beam✓Compact And Lightweight For EDC✓Fast USB C Charging✓Solid Build Quality With Good Grip✓Includes Rechargeable High Capacity Battery
✓High Maximum Brightness (800 Lumens)✓Long Maximum Runtime Of 140 Minutes On Low Mode✓Adjustable Green Or Blue Laser For Aiming✓Dual Ambidextrous Switches For Easy Operation✓Compact Size And Easy Installation With Quick Install Sliding Rail Mount✓Reliable Construction With Ipx4 Waterproof Rating And 1 Meter Impact Resistance
Common complaints
⚠Gets Very Hot On Turbo Mode With Short Runtime⚠Turbo Mode Steps Down After 1 Minute⚠Tailcap Spring May Rattle Without Battery
⚠No SOS Or Beacon Mode⚠Limited To Max 130 Meters Beam Distance, Which May Be Shorter Compared To Some Larger Flashlights

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