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Acebeam L18 vs Acebeam L35

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

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Acebeam L35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L18 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam L18 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam L35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam L35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam L18 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam L18 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam L35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam L35 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam L18 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7733% 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 L18 — Beam distance: 1000 m (3281 ft)Acebeam L18 — Max candela: 250000 cdAcebeam L18 — Weight: 220.5 g (7.78 oz)Acebeam L18 — Length: 154 mm (6.06 in)Acebeam L18 — Retail price: US$89.95Acebeam L18 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Acebeam L35 — Beam distance: 480 m (1575 ft)Acebeam L35 — Max candela: 57600 cdAcebeam L35 — Weight: 161 g (5.68 oz)Acebeam L35 — Length: 152 mm (5.98 in)Acebeam L35 — Retail price: US$126.9Acebeam L35 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$89.95Cheapest
US$126.9Most expensive
Weight
220.5 g (7.78 oz)Heaviest
161 g (5.68 oz)Lightest
Length
154 mm (6.06 in)Longest
152 mm (5.98 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1500 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
250000 cdHighest candela
57600 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
480 m (1575 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1353600 minLongest runtime
17280 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion
1× 21700 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C (via included battery)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (5 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
HAIII Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Long Range Tactical Use▣Hunting▣Search And Rescue▣Law Enforcement▣Outdoor Adventures
▣Tactical Use▣Hunting▣Duty▣Law Enforcement▣Outdoor Activities
Common praise
✓Excellent Long Range Throw For Size✓Good Balance And Grip✓High Build Quality With Durable Anodized Aluminum Body✓Dual Switch Interface For Tactical And Everyday Use✓Long Runtime At Low Modes
✓High Maximum Output Of 5000 Lumens✓Long Beam Throw Of 480 Meters✓Durable Build Quality With Ip68 Rating✓Convenient USB C Charging Through The Battery✓Dual Switch Interface For Tactical And Everyday Use✓Includes Useful Accessories Such As Nylon Holster, Lanyard, Spare O Rings, And Pocket Clip
Common complaints
⚠Battery Not Included In Some Packages⚠Side Switch Can Be Hard To Find In The Dark Initially
⚠Actual Measured Output Slightly Lower Than Claimed 5000 Lumens⚠Tail Switch Protrusion Prevents Tailstanding⚠Charging Current Limited To ~1a Causing Longer Battery Charge Times

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