Comparison Console
Acebeam Rider RX vs Olight Arkfeld UV
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam Rider RX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Rider RX stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Arkfeld UV stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam Rider RX stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Arkfeld UV stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Arkfeld UV stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Arkfeld UV stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Arkfeld UV stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8665% 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$50Cheapest
US$79.99Most expensive
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Lightest
87 g (3.07 oz)Heaviest
Length
95.7 mm (3.77 in)Shortest
110 mm (4.33 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
650 lmLowest output
1000 lmHighest output
Max candela
2304 cdHighest candela
1808 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
96 m (315 ft)Highest
85 m (279 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
10080 minLongest runtime
115 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
14500 Li-ion or AA battery (Alkaline/NiMH)
Built-in rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB-C via included rechargeable 14500 battery
Proprietary magnetic charging cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum alloy body with stainless steel outer shell
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryEDCGiftStress relief via fidget featureOutdoor useHome use
EDCUV light utilityMultipurpose usePocket carryWaterproof use
Common praise
High color rendering index (CRI 90) LED with pleasant neutral 5000K tintGood maximum brightness for sizeDurable stainless steel outer shell and aluminum bodyFidget clip feature praised as a stress-relief gadgetIncluded USB-C rechargeable batterySmooth and comfortable designGood user interface with memory function
Compact and pocketable flat designHigh max output of 1000 lumensVersatile UV light functionFive brightness modes plus strobe and UVIPX7 waterproof ratingQuick 2-hour recharge timeLightweight at approximately 87 gramsGood build quality with anodized aluminum and anti-slip texturingUseful clip for secure pocket carry
Common complaints
Requires break-in period for smooth clip slidingSwitch type preference varies (forward-clicky used)Surface can get hot on continuous useNo reverse-clicky switch and no onboard charging (battery charges via USB-C port on battery)
Short runtime at max 1000 lumens (approx 4-110 minutes)Switching between UV and white light can be awkwardNo specified impact resistance rating