Comparison Console
Acebeam L35 vs Olight Baton 3 Pro Max
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 400% 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$126.9Most expensive
US$120.95Cheapest
Weight
161 g (5.68 oz)Heaviest
148 g (5.22 oz)Lightest
Length
152 mm (5.98 in)Longest
114 mm (4.49 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
2500 lmLowest output
Max candela
57600 cdHighest candela
6974 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
480 m (1575 ft)Highest
167 m (548 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
17280 minShortest runtime
86400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1× 21700 lithium-ion
1x 21700 proprietary Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB-C (via included battery)
Proprietary magnetic USB charging cable (MCC3)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (5 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
HAIII Aluminum
Aluminum (black and green versions) or magnesium alloy (desert tan version)
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingDutyLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
Everyday carry (EDC)General outdoor activitiesPowerful illumination with long runtimeSafe use near skin due to proximity sensor
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 build quality and solid machiningPowerful 2500 lumens output with good beam distance (~167 m)Very long maximum runtime (up to 60 days/86400 minutes)User-friendly interface with easy-to-use recessed side switchProximity sensor to prevent accidental burns, which can be disabledConvenient magnetic proprietary charging with included MCC3 USB cableLightweight magnesium alloy version availableIncludes a travel pouch and magnetic L-shaped stand for storage
Common complaints
Actual measured output slightly lower than claimed 5000 lumensTail switch protrusion prevents tailstandingCharging current limited to ~1A causing longer battery charge times
Battery is a proprietary 21700 cell limiting battery replacement optionsLight is larger than previous 18650 Baton models, potentially bulky for someLimited impact resistance information and no explicit tested drop rating