Comparison Console
Acebeam EC90 vs Fenix E28R V2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC90 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 153% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 153% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 14% 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$64.95Cheapest
Weight
231 g (8.15 oz)Heaviest
128 g (4.52 oz)Lightest
Length
137.5 mm (5.41 in)Longest
121 mm (4.76 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4300 lmHighest output
1700 lmLowest output
Max candela
82082 cdHighest candela
18588 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
573 m (1880 ft)Highest
273 m (896 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15600 min
15600 min
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long range illuminationEDCHands-free use on metal surfacesOutdoor activitiesSearchingEmergency use
Everyday carry (EDC)Daily commutingCampingHikingHands-free use with magnetic tail
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 output for sizeVersatile lighting modes including warning lightsUSB-C fast chargingSolid build quality and finishMagnetic tail for hands-free useGood runtime on lower modes
Common complaints
Relatively heavy for an EDC flashlight at 231 gramsTurbo mode runtime limited to about 40 seconds before stepping down
Slightly heavy for pocket carryTailcap is glued and only removable by tailNo included pouchBeam tint cooler and CRI moderate
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