Comparison Console
Acebeam PT40 vs Fenix PD35R ACE
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam PT40 stands out as the lightest option for weight. Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam PT40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the lightest option for weight.
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the heaviest option for weight.
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 800% 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$175Most expensive
US$125Cheapest
Weight
145 g (5.11 oz)Lightest
145.11 g (5.12 oz)Heaviest
Length
126.8 mm (4.99 in)Shortest
140.46 mm (5.53 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
2000 lmLowest output
Max candela
3680 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
121 m (397 ft)Lowest
380 m (1247 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4800 minShortest runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable Li-ion
1x 4000mAh 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
Micro USB (via included cable, optional battery with USB-C port)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium alloy with Type III hard-anodized finish
A6061-T6 aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Industrial workVehicle repairCampingOutdoor sportsLaw enforcementEveryday carry
Law enforcementOutdoor missionsEveryday carryTactical use
Common praise
High brightness and good beam qualityVersatile mounting options including magnetic tail and pocket clipHigh color rendering index reducing eye strainSolid build quality with aircraft-grade aluminum body
Very bright output with 2000 lumensLong 380 meter beam distanceMultiple lighting modes including strobe and SOSUSB Type-C rechargeable with protected portDurable IP68 waterproof and dustproof designImpact resistant to 1.5 metersComfortable anti-slip body designDigital regulation maintains stable output
Common complaints
Magnet not very strong on curved metal surfacesHeadband attachment not very comfortable for switching between handheld and headlamp usePocket clip is not very stiff and less comfortable to clip onto pockets
Some users may find size slightly large for keychain carryHidden SET switch may require learning curve