Comparison Console
Acebeam T35 vs Fenix PD32R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix PD32R 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 7% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam T35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 471% 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$64.9Cheapest
US$69.95Most expensive
Weight
138.5 g (4.89 oz)Heaviest
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
Length
137.6 mm (5.42 in)Longest
135 mm (5.31 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1900 lmHighest output
1400 lmLowest output
Max candela
36100 cdHighest candela
29588 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
380 m (1247 ft)Highest
344 m (1129 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
24000 minLongest runtime
4200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable, compatible with 2x CR123A
1*18650 rechargeable, or 2*CR123A batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m/30min)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum alloy, hard anodized
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useSelf-defenseEDCOutdoor use
General purposeTacticalProfessional useOutdoorLaw enforcement
Common praise
Excellent build quality and finishReliable and well-regulated outputGood mode spacing and simple dual-switch interfaceIncludes holster and lanyardBattery level and charging indicator on side switch
High maximum output of 1400 lumensVersatile power options with 18650 or CR123A batteriesDurable IP68 rated constructionConvenient USB-C charging portUseful multi-function tail switch
Common complaints
No direct shortcut to Turbo or moonlight modesProtruding tail switch makes tailstand use impossibleSharp bezel can wear through clothingCharging can be intermittent and relatively slow (~3 hours)
Larger size compared to typical 18650 lightsFlimsy and short charging cableMay require removal of clip for holster use