Comparison Console
Acebeam Pokelit AA vs Fenix E18R V2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam Pokelit AA stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 118% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 293% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam Pokelit AA stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Pokelit AA stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 118% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Pokelit AA stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 293% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Pokelit AA stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 41% 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$34.9
Unknown
Weight
54.6 g (1.93 oz)Lightest
56 g (1.98 oz)Heaviest
Length
94.8 mm (3.73 in)Longest
67 mm (2.64 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
550 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
1849 cdLowest candela
5397 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
86 m (282 ft)Lowest
146 m (479 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3480 minShortest runtime
13680 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x14500 USB-C rechargeable battery or 1x AA alkaline/NiMH battery
16340 rechargeable Li-ion battery (ARB-L16-700P)
Charging type
USB-C on battery
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
7075 aluminum alloy
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryEmergency lightCampingWalking the dog
Everyday carry (EDC)HikingCampingEmergency use
Common praise
Compact and lightweight for EDCHigh CRI Nichia LED provides pleasant color renderingDual fuel capability with 14500 or AA batterySimple and effective user interfaceIP68 waterproof and durable buildGood beam quality with balanced hotspot and spill
Compact and lightweight design making it easy to carryHigh maximum output for its size (1200 lumens)USB Type-C fast charging convenienceSolid build quality with durable aluminum and hard-anodized finishUseful lockout function to prevent accidental activation
Common complaints
Mode memory can be clunky as starting directly on low is not possibleLow mode is poorly regulated and dims with battery drainNo mechanical lockout on threadsHigh mode steps down quickly due to thermal regulation
Included lanyard feels cheapSide switch may be prone to accidental activation without lockout