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Acebeam L35 vs Nitecore EDC37
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam L35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% 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. Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 52% 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$126.9Cheapest
US$140Most expensive
Weight
161 g (5.68 oz)Lightest
199 g (7.02 oz)Heaviest
Length
152 mm (5.98 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmLowest output
8000 lmHighest output
Max candela
57600 cdHighest candela
44010 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
480 m (1575 ft)Highest
420 m (1378 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
17280 minLongest runtime
11400 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1× 21700 lithium-ion
Built-in Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB-C (via included battery)
USB-C fast charging (18W)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (5 meters submersible)
IP54
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
HAIII Aluminum
Stainless steel with PVD coating and carbon fiber reinforced polymer frame with aluminum heat dissipation plate
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingDutyLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
Tactical EDCSecurity patrolLaw enforcementSearch and rescuePersonal defenseEmergency lighting
Common praise
High maximum output of 5000 lumensLong beam throw of 480 metersDurable build quality with IP68 ratingConvenient USB-C charging through the batteryDual switch interface for tactical and everyday useIncludes useful accessories such as nylon holster, lanyard, spare O-rings, and pocket clip
High maximum brightness for compact sizeUseful OLED real-time display with mode, brightness, battery and runtime infoPhysical lockout switch prevents accidental activationGood output regulation with temperature managementSolid build quality with tactical designFast USB-C charging with large built-in batteryMultiple usable modes including flood and spotlight
Common complaints
Actual measured output slightly lower than claimed 5000 lumensTail switch protrusion prevents tailstandingCharging current limited to ~1A causing longer battery charge times
IP54 rating lower than typical IP67/IP68 for full waterproof useBattery is not user replaceableMomentary high output duration limited by thermal regulation
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