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Acebeam EC90 vs Fenix CL30R
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 44% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix CL30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC90 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 562% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix CL30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL30R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 562% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL30R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4233% 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$109.9Most expensive
US$108Cheapest
Weight
231 g (8.15 oz)Lightest
412 g (14.53 oz)Heaviest
Length
137.5 mm (5.41 in)Longest
136 mm (5.35 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4300 lmHighest output
650 lmLowest output
Max candela
82082 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
573 m (1880 ft)Highest
35 m (115 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
360 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
18650 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro-USB charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum
Synthetic
Use case profile
Best for
Long range illuminationEDCHands-free use on metal surfacesOutdoor activitiesSearchingEmergency use
CampingEmergency preparednessSurvivalOutdoor activitiesPortable lightingPower bank functionality
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 lumen output for sizeVersatile power bank featureMultiple lighting modesSolid build qualityGood runtime on various modesCompact and lightweight for a lanternWater and impact resistant design
Common complaints
Relatively heavy for an EDC flashlight at 231 gramsTurbo mode runtime limited to about 40 seconds before stepping down
Initial assembly can be tricky due to top fittingSingle-button control may have a learning curve for some
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