Comparison Console
Acebeam P16 vs Nitecore EDC35
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam P16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 178% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam P16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 178% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 309% 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$84.9Cheapest
US$89.95Most expensive
Weight
156.2 g (5.51 oz)Lightest
171 g (6.03 oz)Heaviest
Length
131.2 mm (5.17 in)Longest
124.3 mm (4.89 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
58564 cdLowest candela
75700 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
484 m (1588 ft)Lowest
550 m (1804 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1320 minShortest runtime
5400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (USB-C included) compatible with 2 x CR123/RCR123
Built-in 21700 Li-ion 6000mAh battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
7075-T6 military-grade aluminum alloy, HA III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseLaw EnforcementEmergency SituationsEveryday Carry (EDC)
Tactical EDCSecurity PatrolLaw EnforcementSearch And RescuePersonal DefenseEmergency Lighting
Common praise
Long Throw Distance Of 484 Meters With A Focused BeamRugged And Impact Resistant BuildEasy And Intuitive Dual Tail Switch InterfaceStable Output And Versatile Brightness LevelsIncluded Rechargeable Battery And USB C Charging
Extremely High Brightness Output For Its SizeLong Beam Distance With Strong Throw (550 Meters)Versatile Lighting Modes Including Momentary Tactical ModesBuilt In 6000mah Battery With USB C Charging And Battery Level IndicatorsRobust Build Quality With Military Grade Materials And High Waterproof RatingUseful Locking Switch To Prevent Accidental ActivationGood Thermal Regulation To Prevent Overheating
Common complaints
No LED Replacement Service From Manufacturer
Internal Non Removable Battery May Be A Downside For Some UsersInitial Difficulty In Activating Without Triggering Momentary ModesLumin Shield And Search Modes Are Momentary OnlyRuntime On Highest Steady Mode Is Limited Due To Thermal Step DownLack Of High Cri Or Warmer Color Temperature Leds
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