Comparison Console
Acebeam EC65 vs Streamlight Wedge XT
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC65 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% 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
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% 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.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC65 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 103% 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$155Most expensive
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Heaviest
74.28 g (2.62 oz)Lightest
Length
114.5 mm (4.51 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
16600 cdHighest candela
1900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
258 m (846 ft)Highest
87 m (285 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
244 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion (included), compatible with 18650 and 2xCR123 using adapter
Lithium Polymer Cell
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging via waterproof port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
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 aluminum body with polycarbonate lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor useTactical applications
Everyday carryPatrol dutyTactical maneuversAutomotive useIndustrial useDIY tasksOutdoor activities such as hunting, camping, boating
Common praise
Very bright and long-range beamCompact and lightweight for EDCFast USB-C chargingSolid build quality with good gripIncludes rechargeable high-capacity battery
Compact and lightweight design ideal for deep pocket carryRechargeable with convenient USB-C waterproof portIntuitive tail switch with momentary and constant-on operationGood runtime with two brightness levels to suit different needsDurable anodized aluminum construction and polycarbonate lensEffective five-tap lockout to prevent accidental activation
Common complaints
Gets very hot on turbo mode with short runtimeTurbo mode steps down after 1 minuteTailcap spring may rattle without battery
Lower maximum brightness compared to original Wedge modelBattery takes six hours to fully charge