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Acebeam K60 vs Fenix LR36R

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Fenix LR36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam K60 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LR36R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam K60 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix LR36R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 101% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix LR36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam K60 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam K60 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix LR36R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix LR36R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam K60 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1175% 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.

Acebeam K60 — Beam distance: 704 m (2310 ft)Acebeam K60 — Max candela: 124100 cdAcebeam K60 — Weight: 570 g (20.11 oz)Acebeam K60 — Length: 206 mm (8.11 in)Acebeam K60 — Retail price: US$179Acebeam K60 — Impact resistance: 1.2 m (4 ft)Fenix LR36R — Beam distance: 1260 m (4134 ft)Fenix LR36R — Max candela: 396600 cdFenix LR36R — Weight: 493 g (17.39 oz)Fenix LR36R — Length: 161 mm (6.34 in)Fenix LR36R — Retail price: US$360Fenix LR36R — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$179Cheapest
US$360Most expensive
Weight
570 g (20.11 oz)Heaviest
493 g (17.39 oz)Lightest
Length
206 mm (8.11 in)Longest
161 mm (6.34 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmLowest output
10000 lmHighest output
Max candela
124100 cdLowest candela
396600 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
704 m (2310 ft)Lowest
1260 m (4134 ft)Highest
Max runtime
78000 minLongest runtime
6120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4x 18650 Li-Ion
2x 21700 Li-ion (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0)
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C charging port, supports onboard charging and can function as power bank
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (2 meters)
IP68 (up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum body, type III hard anodized finish
Aerospace hardened aluminum with Type III hard anodized finish, hardened ultra clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating, stainless steel bezel
Use case profile
Best for
MilitaryLaw EnforcementSelf-defenseHuntingSearch & RescueOutdoor activities
Search and rescueOutdoor activitiesProfessional use with long-range illumination needsCampingSurveillance and object protection
Common praise
Very bright output up to 5000 lumensGood UI with magnetic control ring and forward clicky tail switchHigh build quality with aircraft grade aluminum and hard anodized finishGood thermal management and runtime regulationReliable and safe design without in-light chargingEffective beam throw of 704 meters
Extremely high output for both throw and flood illuminationHybrid LEP + LED system provides versatile lightingOLED display gives real-time battery and brightness infoDurable aerospace-grade aluminum construction with excellent waterproofingIncluded accessories such as holster, lanyard, and USB-C charging cableSmooth and stepless brightness adjustment via rotary switch
Common complaints
Gets hot quickly on turbo mode, requiring cautionNot available in neutral white LEDNo in-light charging feature
Relatively heavy and bulky, limiting everyday carry convenienceLaser classification 3B requires careful handling and specialized purchase requirementsUser interface can be confusing with mode switching and locking mechanismsBattery runtime estimates on OLED can be inconsistent

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