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Acebeam P15 vs Acebeam T36

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Acebeam T36 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T36 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam P15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam T36 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam T36 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam P15 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam P15 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam T36 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam T36 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam P15 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 536% 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 P15 — Beam distance: 330 m (1083 ft)Acebeam P15 — Max candela: 27225 cdAcebeam P15 — Weight: 152 g (5.36 oz)Acebeam P15 — Length: 131 mm (5.16 in)Acebeam P15 — Retail price: US$115Acebeam P15 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Acebeam T36 — Beam distance: 309 m (1014 ft)Acebeam T36 — Max candela: 23870 cdAcebeam T36 — Weight: 113 g (3.99 oz)Acebeam T36 — Length: 145 mm (5.71 in)Acebeam T36 — Retail price: US$129.9Acebeam T36 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$115Cheapest
US$129.9Most expensive
Weight
152 g (5.36 oz)Heaviest
113 g (3.99 oz)Lightest
Length
131 mm (5.16 in)Shortest
145 mm (5.71 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
2100 lmHighest output
Max candela
27225 cdHighest candela
23870 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
330 m (1083 ft)Highest
309 m (1014 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
50400 minLongest runtime
7920 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable lithium ion lithium battery (customized)
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
Direct charging via included proprietary cable (not USB-C)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters underwater)
IP68 / waterproof under water 5m
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
7075 aerospace aluminum alloy with HAIII hard anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aircraft grade aluminum with premium Type III Hard Anodized Anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useTactical applicationsWeapon mount compatible (M-LOK and Picatinny)
Self-defenseEveryday carryHuntingSearch & rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
Common praise
High output lumens with efficient long-distance beam (330 meters)Robust and durable construction with aerospace-grade aluminum and hard anodizingModular design allowing quick transition between handheld and rail-mounted configurationsIncludes rechargeable 18650 battery with fast chargingIP68 waterproof rating and good impact resistanceMultiple operational modes with intuitive dual switch interface
Solid tactical design with dual switch setup4000K tint offers nice color renderingUSB-C charging convenient and fastCompact size with sturdy feel and firm gripGood beam distance and output balance
Common complaints
Uses proprietary charging cable (not USB-C)Charging port not functional during chargingBattery must be charged inside the flashlight onlyOptional tactical accessories may be sold separately
Can get hot quickly at highest outputMedium mode brightness lower than some users would preferLong shipping time from China to USA in some cases