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Acebeam T35 vs SureFire XVL2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam T35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam T35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2603% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 967% 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$59.9Cheapest
US$1619Most expensive
Weight
139 g (4.90 oz)Lightest
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
Length
137.6 mm (5.42 in)Longest
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
32000 cdHighest candela
820 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
358 m (1175 ft)Highest
54 m (177 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
960 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650
1x CR123A lithium battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (66 feet, 2 hours)
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Unknown
Aluminum, Mil-Spec Hard-Anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Tactical applicationsGuard workFirst responders
Handgun and carbine weapon mountingTactical use in low-light and infrared environments
Common praise
Good build qualityDual-switch interface allows for easy mode cycling and momentary onIncludes holster, lanyard, and spare partsNeutral white 5000K LED option availableBright and intense beam with smooth reflector and clean dual hotspot
Durable mil-spec aluminum constructionVersatile multi-spectrum lighting and laser optionsCompact size and lightweight designIPX8 waterproof ratingAmbidextrous switching for tactical use
Common complaints
No fast access shortcut to Moonlight or Turbo modesProtruding tail switch makes tail standing and pocket carry difficultCharging connection can be intermittent and charging is slow (~3 hours)Finish can scratch easily when removing/installing pocket clip
High retail priceShort runtime on white light mode (1.5 hours)Non-rechargeable battery requirement (uses disposable CR123A)
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