Comparison Console
Acebeam H35 vs SureFire Maximus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam H35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam H35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 369% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 14300% 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$100Cheapest
US$469Most expensive
Weight
163 g (5.75 oz)Lightest
195 g (6.88 oz)Heaviest
Length
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
108.6 mm (4.28 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2600 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
7225 cdHighest candela
4100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
170 m (558 ft)Highest
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
12960 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (3800mAh)
Integrated lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB-C charging port 5V 2A, about 3.5 hours full charge
Wall AC and car DC chargers included
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX4
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Al6061-T6 aluminum alloy (all-metal unibody)
Magnesium body
Use case profile
Best for
Industrial workCampingHikingHuntingSearch and rescueEmergency lighting
Hands-free outdoor illuminationCaving and mountain adventuresAdjustable lighting needs
Common praise
Brightest red LED headlamp availableWide and adjustable beamDurable build with all-metal bodyLong runtime especially on ultra-low and red modesRemovable and rechargeable 18650 batteryComfortable and reliable strapGood warranty and customer service
Adjustable output dial easy to use with glovesComfortable no-chafe headband and moisture-wicking forehead padRobust magnesium construction and reliable battery life
Common complaints
Not suitable for fast-paced activities like trail running due to bulk and weight
Relatively heavy for a headlamp at 195 gramsCharging port protective cap may be flimsyBattery pack design protrudes and can hit objects