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Acebeam EC90 vs Acebeam Terminator M2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC90 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC90 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 584% 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$139.9Most expensive
Weight
231 g (8.15 oz)Heaviest
201.1 g (7.09 oz)Lightest
Length
137.5 mm (5.41 in)Longest
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4300 lmHighest output
3200 lmLowest output
Max candela
82082 cdHighest candela
62500 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
573 m (1880 ft)Highest
500 m (1640 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
2280 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
1x 18650 Li-ion battery with built-in USB-C charging
Charging type
USB Type-C
Battery built-in USB-C port (battery included)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum
High-quality aluminum alloy AL6061-T6 with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive and corrosion-resistant finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long Range IlluminationEDCHands Free Use On Metal SurfacesOutdoor ActivitiesSearchingEmergency Use
EDC UseOutdoor ActivitiesTactical UseEmergency LightingMulti Distance Lighting
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
Versatile Dual Beam Design Combining Flood And SpotlightReliable And Solid Build Quality With Good Machining And FinishConvenient USB C Rechargeable Battery IncludedGood Runtime And Thermal ManagementIntuitive Dual Switch InterfaceRgb Auxiliary Lighting For Signaling And Night Vision Preservation
Common complaints
Relatively Heavy For An EDC Flashlight At 231 GramsTurbo Mode Runtime Limited To About 40 Seconds Before Stepping Down
Tailcap Must Be Removed To Charge The Battery, Which Some Users Find InconvenientHeavier And Larger Than Ultra Compact FlashlightsPocket Clip Can Be Stiff And Not Deep CarrySome Users Dislike Extensive Laser Etching
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