Comparison Console
Acebeam Pokelit AA vs Olight i5R EOS
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 9% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Pokelit AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Pokelit AA stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam Pokelit AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Pokelit AA stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Pokelit AA stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Pokelit AA stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 57% 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$34.9Cheapest
US$39.95Most expensive
Weight
54.6 g (1.93 oz)Lightest
60 g (2.12 oz)Heaviest
Length
94.8 mm (3.73 in)Shortest
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
550 lmHighest output
350 lmLowest output
Max candela
1849 cdHighest candela
1247 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
86 m (282 ft)Highest
70.6 m (232 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
2220 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x14500 USB-C rechargeable battery or 1x AA alkaline/NiMH battery
Custom 2.4V rechargeable lithium-ion cell (called "14500" but non-standard)
Charging type
USB-C on battery
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
7075 aluminum alloy
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryEmergency lightCampingWalking the dog
EDCUsers wanting a dual-chemistry cell flashlightThose appreciating unique plum color
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
Unique plum color with attractive finishCompact size for everyday carrySolid light performance up to 350 lumensIncludes custom rechargeable 2.4V lithium-ion cell and USB-C charging
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 specialized 2.4V cell not compatible with standard 14500 chargers or batteriesSpring edge can snag battery when screwing on tailcap without modification