Comparison Console
Acebeam L18 vs Acebeam W35
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam L18 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L18 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L18 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L18 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 278% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L18 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L18 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L18 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 270620% 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$89.95Cheapest
US$339.9Most expensive
Weight
220.5 g (7.78 oz)Lightest
327.4 g (11.55 oz)Heaviest
Length
154 mm (6.06 in)Shortest
189.9 mm (7.48 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1500 lmHighest output
800 lmLowest output
Max candela
250000 cdLowest candela
1690000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
1000 m (3281 ft)Lowest
2600 m (8530 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1353600 minLongest runtime
500 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C integrated charging port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (dustproof and waterproof to 2m for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
High-quality AL6061-T6 aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range tactical useHuntingSearch and rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor adventures
Long-range illuminationHuntingOutdoor activitiesProfessional inspectionsSearch and rescue
Common praise
Excellent long-range throw for sizeGood balance and gripHigh build quality with durable anodized aluminum bodyDual switch interface for tactical and everyday useLong runtime at low modes
Excellent build quality typical of AcebeamInnovative electronic zoom with seamless flood to spot transitionVery high beam intensity and impressive throw distanceConvenient USB-C charging with onboard batteryClear battery level indicator LEDGood mode spacing without PWM
Common complaints
Battery not included in some packagesSide switch can be hard to find in the dark initially
Relatively heavy compared to typical EDC flashlightsNo pocket clip or pouch includedTripod mount removed compared to predecessor W30Turbo and strobe modes not memorized on power cycle