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Acebeam L35 vs Acebeam Terminator M2

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 20% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam L35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam L35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam L35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam L35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 658% 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 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)Acebeam Terminator M2 — Beam distance: 500 m (1640 ft)Acebeam Terminator M2 — Max candela: 62500 cdAcebeam Terminator M2 — Weight: 201.1 g (7.09 oz)Acebeam Terminator M2 — Length: 95.4 mm (3.76 in)Acebeam Terminator M2 — Retail price: US$139.9Acebeam Terminator M2 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$126.9Cheapest
US$139.9Most expensive
Weight
161 g (5.68 oz)Lightest
201.1 g (7.09 oz)Heaviest
Length
152 mm (5.98 in)Longest
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
3200 lmLowest output
Max candela
57600 cdLowest candela
62500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
480 m (1575 ft)Lowest
500 m (1640 ft)Highest
Max runtime
17280 minLongest runtime
2280 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1× 21700 lithium-ion
1x 18650 Li-ion battery with built-in USB-C charging
Charging type
USB-C (via included battery)
Battery built-in USB-C port (battery included)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (5 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
HAIII Aluminum
High-quality aluminum alloy AL6061-T6 with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive and corrosion-resistant finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Tactical Use▣Hunting▣Duty▣Law Enforcement▣Outdoor Activities
▣EDC Use▣Outdoor Activities▣Tactical Use▣Emergency Lighting▣Multi Distance Lighting
Common praise
✓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
✓Versatile Dual Beam Design Combining Flood And Spotlight✓Reliable And Solid Build Quality With Good Machining And Finish✓Convenient USB C Rechargeable Battery Included✓Good Runtime And Thermal Management✓Intuitive Dual Switch Interface✓Rgb Auxiliary Lighting For Signaling And Night Vision Preservation
Common complaints
⚠Actual Measured Output Slightly Lower Than Claimed 5000 Lumens⚠Tail Switch Protrusion Prevents Tailstanding⚠Charging Current Limited To ~1a Causing Longer Battery Charge Times
⚠Tailcap Must Be Removed To Charge The Battery, Which Some Users Find Inconvenient⚠Heavier And Larger Than Ultra Compact Flashlights⚠Pocket Clip Can Be Stiff And Not Deep Carry⚠Some Users Dislike Extensive Laser Etching

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