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Acebeam L35 vs Fenix HM71R

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 22% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam L35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix HM71R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam L35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix HM71R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix HM71R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam L35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam L35 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix HM71R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 39% 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)Fenix HM71R — Beam distance: 230 m (755 ft)Fenix HM71R — Max candela: 13300 cdFenix HM71R — Weight: 207.5 g (7.32 oz)Fenix HM71R — Length: 106 mm (4.17 in)Fenix HM71R — Retail price: US$128.5Fenix HM71R — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$126.9Cheapest
US$128.5Most expensive
Weight
161 g (5.68 oz)Lightest
207.5 g (7.32 oz)Heaviest
Length
152 mm (5.98 in)Longest
106 mm (4.17 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
2700 lmLowest output
Max candela
57600 cdHighest candela
13300 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
480 m (1575 ft)Highest
230 m (755 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
17280 minShortest runtime
24000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1× 21700 lithium-ion
1x21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 included)
Charging type
USB-C (via included battery)
USB Type-C (supports 2A charging current)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (5 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
HAIII Aluminum
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
▣Tactical Use▣Hunting▣Duty▣Law Enforcement▣Outdoor Activities
▣Camping▣Work▣Emergency Use▣General Purpose Lighting▣Hands Free Tasks
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
✓High Maximum Output Of 2700 Lumens✓Good Beam Distance Of 230 Meters✓Versatile Dual LED (spot And Flood)✓Solid Build With Ip68 Waterproof Rating And 2m Impact Resistance✓Magnetic Tailcap Allows Hands Free Mounting On Metal Surfaces✓Detachable From Headband For Handheld Use✓Included High Capacity Rechargeable 21700 Battery With USB C Charging
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
⚠Right Angle Form Factor May Not Be Ideal For Dedicated Headlamp Use Compared To T Type Headlamps⚠No Detailed Information On Switch Type Or Material Composition

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