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Acebeam K65 vs Fenix LR36R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix LR36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam K65 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LR36R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam K65 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR36R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K65 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K65 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR36R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K65 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR36R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 70% 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$224Cheapest
US$360Most expensive
Weight
660 g (23.28 oz)Heaviest
493 g (17.39 oz)Lightest
Length
190 mm (7.48 in)Longest
161 mm (6.34 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
6200 lmLowest output
10000 lmHighest output
Max candela
257000 cdLowest candela
396600 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
1014 m (3327 ft)Lowest
1260 m (4134 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3600 minShortest runtime
6120 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4x 18650
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
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2m)
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 aluminium alloy Type 6063 with premium type III hard anodized anti-abrasive finish, stainless steel bezel
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
SearchingHuntingRescuingSecuringCavingOutdoor ActivitiesLaw EnforcementEmergency ServicesNature ConservationNocturnal Adventurers
Search And RescueOutdoor ActivitiesProfessional Use With Long Range Illumination NeedsCampingSurveillance And Object Protection
Common praise
Extremely High Maximum Output And ThrowLong Runtime On Lower ModesRobust Build Quality With Premium MaterialsEasy One Handed Operation Via Side Electronic SwitchEffective Thermal Regulation And Battery Power IndicatorsMultiple Brightness Levels And Special Modes Like Strobe And SOS
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
Heavier And Larger Compared To Smaller EDC FlashlightsHotspot Tint With Some Yellowish Corona Noted In BeamSide Switch Has Small Ui Quirks Such As Mode SkippingBezel Can Get Damaged When Dropped Despite Stainless Steel Material
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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