Comparison Console
Acebeam H35 vs SureFire Minimus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire Minimus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 767% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam H35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 167% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 767% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus 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$266.95Most expensive
Weight
163 g (5.75 oz)Heaviest
113 g (3.99 oz)Lightest
Length
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
113.3 mm (4.46 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2600 lmHighest output
300 lmLowest output
Max candela
7225 cdHighest candela
1100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
170 m (558 ft)Highest
60 m (197 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
12960 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (3800mAh)
1x CR123A lithium
Charging type
USB-C charging port 5V 2A, about 3.5 hours full charge
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Al6061-T6 aluminum alloy (all-metal unibody)
Hard-anodized aerospace aluminum housing, polymer parts
Use case profile
Best for
Industrial WorkCampingHikingHuntingSearch And RescueEmergency Lighting
Tactical UseCampingTrail HikingWork Requiring Reliable Hands Free LightingOutdoor Activities Requiring Durable Headlamp
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
Highly Durable And Reliable Build QualitySmooth And Easy To Adjust Brightness Levels With A KnobComfortable, Adjustable Headband With Moisture Wicking Forehead PadWide, Well Focused Flood Beam Ideal For Near Field TasksRemembers Last Brightness SettingIncludes Red Filter Lens For Night Vision Compatibility
Common complaints
Not Suitable For Fast Paced Activities Like Trail Running Due To Bulk And Weight
Red Filter Lens Is Removable And Can Be Easily LostKnob Can Rotate Continuously Making It Hard To Detect Max/min OutputNot USB Rechargeable, Requiring Battery Swaps
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