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Acebeam EC65 vs Streamlight TLR-7A

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 28% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 700% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam EC65 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam EC65 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam EC65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 700% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam EC65 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 171% 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)Streamlight TLR-7A — Beam distance: 140 m (459 ft)Streamlight TLR-7A — Max candela: 5000 cdStreamlight TLR-7A — Weight: 113.4 g (4.00 oz)Streamlight TLR-7A — Length: 65.5 mm (2.58 in)Streamlight TLR-7A — Retail price: US$130.99Streamlight TLR-7A — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$119.5Cheapest
US$130.99Most expensive
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Lightest
113.4 g (4.00 oz)Heaviest
Length
114.5 mm (4.51 in)Longest
65.5 mm (2.58 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
16600 cdHighest candela
5000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
258 m (846 ft)Highest
140 m (459 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
244 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion (included), compatible with 18650 and 2xCR123 using adapter
CR123A lithium battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
Waterproof under water 5 meters
IPX7
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
Anodized aircraft aluminum housing
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Outdoor Use▣Tactical Applications
▣Subcompact Handgun Mounting▣Law Enforcement▣Home Defense▣Tactical Use
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
✓Bright 500 Lumen Output With Focused 140m Beam Distance✓Durable Anodized Aluminum Construction✓Ambidextrous, Customizable Rear Switch Controls✓Compact Snag Free Design Fitting Most Subcompact Pistols✓Includes Cr123a Battery
Common complaints
⚠Gets Very Hot On Turbo Mode With Short Runtime⚠Turbo Mode Steps Down After 1 Minute⚠Tailcap Spring May Rattle Without Battery
⚠Short Runtime Of About 1.5 Hours⚠Some Users Report Switch Or Mounting Hardware Issues⚠Yellowish Tint Light Compared To Other Models⚠Requires Tools (coin) For Mounting Screw Adjustment

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