Comparison Console
Acebeam T35 vs ThruNite Defender
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Defender stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam T35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T35 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6% 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$76Most expensive
Weight
139 g (4.90 oz)Heaviest
108 g (3.81 oz)Lightest
Length
137.6 mm (5.42 in)Longest
118 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
1619 lmHighest output
Max candela
32000 cdHighest candela
4880 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
358 m (1175 ft)Highest
139 m (456 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
960 minShortest runtime
1020 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650
Built-in 1500mAh LiPo
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Unknown
HAIII black anodized 6061 aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Tactical applicationsGuard workFirst responders
EDC utility tasksInspection workMechanicsElectriciansHVAC professionals
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
Versatile 3-in-1 lighting with white, UV, and laserFlat and pocketable designUSB-C charging with battery level indicatorsStrong magnetic base and two-way clipGood runtime and output for EDC
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
Moonlight mode activation is somewhat slowBattery is built-in and not user replaceableLight heats up under extended Turbo useLow CRI cool white tint
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