Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Acebeam T28 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 103% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Acebeam T28 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Acebeam T28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 700% 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.
1x IMR21700NP-510A rechargeable li-ion battery (included), compatible with 1x18650 battery
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 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized anti-abrasive finish
7075-T6 military-grade aluminum alloy, HA III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Hunting▣Search And Rescue▣Long Range Illumination▣Tactical Use
▣Tactical EDC▣Security Patrol▣Law Enforcement▣Search And Rescue▣Personal Defense▣Emergency Lighting
Common praise
✓Exceptional Long Range Beam Up To 1300 Meters✓High Quality Aerospace Grade Aluminum Construction✓Good Battery Capacity And Included Rechargeable Battery✓Multiple Brightness Levels And Strobe For Tactical Use✓Compact Size With Effective Heat Management
✓Extremely High Brightness Output For Its Size✓Long Beam Distance With Strong Throw (550 Meters)✓Versatile Lighting Modes Including Momentary Tactical Modes✓Built In 6000mah Battery With USB C Charging And Battery Level Indicators✓Robust Build Quality With Military Grade Materials And High Waterproof Rating✓Useful Locking Switch To Prevent Accidental Activation✓Good Thermal Regulation To Prevent Overheating
Common complaints
⚠Relatively Heavy With Battery (427g)⚠Not Designed For Diving Use⚠Can Become Hot During Prolonged High Output Use
⚠Internal Non Removable Battery May Be A Downside For Some Users⚠Initial Difficulty In Activating Without Triggering Momentary Modes⚠Lumin Shield And Search Modes Are Momentary Only⚠Runtime On Highest Steady Mode Is Limited Due To Thermal Step Down⚠Lack Of High Cri Or Warmer Color Temperature Leds