Comparison Console
Acebeam EC65 vs Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1043% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1043% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 244% 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$89.85Cheapest
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Heaviest
71 g (2.50 oz)Lightest
Length
114.5 mm (4.51 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
350 lmLowest output
Max candela
16600 cdHighest candela
6400 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
258 m (846 ft)Highest
160 m (525 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
244 minShortest runtime
840 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion (included), compatible with 18650 and 2xCR123 using adapter
CR123A lithium, AA alkaline, AA lithium
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
Waterproof under water 5 meters
IPX7
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
Anodized aluminum, impact-resistant borofloat glass lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor useTactical applications
Everyday carryLaw enforcementSecurityMilitarySporting goodsHardware/toolsGeneral personal use
Common praise
Very bright and long-range beamCompact and lightweight for EDCFast USB-C chargingSolid build quality with good gripIncludes rechargeable high-capacity battery
Multiple power source optionsCompact sizeHigh brightness for its sizeGood runtimeDurable constructionWaterproof to 1 meter for 30 minutesProgrammable TEN-TAP modes
Common complaints
Gets very hot on turbo mode with short runtimeTurbo mode steps down after 1 minuteTailcap spring may rattle without battery
Weight varies with battery typeNo integrated rechargeable option