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Acebeam EC90 vs Acebeam P18
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam EC90 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC90 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P18 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P18 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P18 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P18 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P18 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$109.9Cheapest
US$129.9Most expensive
Weight
231 g (8.15 oz)Lightest
256 g (9.03 oz)Heaviest
Length
137.5 mm (5.41 in)Shortest
145 mm (5.71 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4300 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
82082 cdLowest candela
98910 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
573 m (1880 ft)Lowest
629 m (2064 ft)Highest
Max runtime
15600 minShortest runtime
31680 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
21700 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long range illuminationEDCHands-free use on metal surfacesOutdoor activitiesSearchingEmergency use
Tactical useProfessional useSecurityLaw enforcementHuntingLong range illumination
Common praise
Very high lumen output and impressive beam throwMagnetic tail cap enables convenient hands-free usageUSB-C fast charging with battery level indicatorSolid build quality and durable constructionTwo-way pocket clip for flexible carry optionsNo PWM flicker on output modes
High brightness and long rangeRobust and high-quality constructionIntuitive dual tail switch interfaceEffective tactical and daily modesIncluded high-capacity rechargeable 21700 battery
Common complaints
Relatively heavy for an EDC flashlight at 231 gramsTurbo mode runtime limited to about 40 seconds before stepping down
Multi-LED design may be less efficient than single-LED for extended runtimesSome users reported battery drain issues if not frequently usedUSB-C cable length criticized as shortNo included holster or lanyard
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