Comparison Console
Acebeam EC90 vs Nitecore P20i
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore P20i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC90 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC90 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 139% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 139% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i 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$116Most expensive
Weight
231 g (8.15 oz)Heaviest
124 g (4.37 oz)Lightest
Length
137.5 mm (5.41 in)Shortest
151 mm (5.94 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4300 lmHighest output
1800 lmLowest output
Max candela
82082 cdHighest candela
28500 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
573 m (1880 ft)Highest
337 m (1106 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
2280 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Rechargeable 21700 Li-ion battery (Nitecore 21700 i-series NL2140i 4000mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (waterproof, submersible up to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Long range illuminationEDCHands-free use on metal surfacesOutdoor activitiesSearchingEmergency use
HuntingLaw EnforcementMilitaryProfessional inspection and detectionOutdoor activitiesEDC tactical use
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 suitable for tactical and outdoor useDual white and UV light for detection and inspectionRechargeable with USB-C and included 21700 batteryCompact yet robust build with aircraft-grade aluminumGood impact resistance and waterproof rating
Common complaints
Relatively heavy for an EDC flashlight at 231 gramsTurbo mode runtime limited to about 40 seconds before stepping down
Relatively heavy and large for pocket EDCHigher price point compared to basic modelsMight have complex modes for casual users
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