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Acebeam T35 vs Nitecore P12
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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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 32% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam T35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 39900% 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$95Most expensive
Weight
138.5 g (4.89 oz)Lightest
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
Length
137.6 mm (5.42 in)Longest
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1900 lmHighest output
1300 lmLowest output
Max candela
36100 cdHighest candela
6400 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
380 m (1247 ft)Highest
160 m (525 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
24000 minLongest runtime
60 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable, compatible with 2x CR123A
16340 Li-ion / CR123A
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m/30min)
Unknown
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy, hard anodized
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useSelf-defenseEDCOutdoor use
Everyday carryTactical useIndoor and most outdoor lighting
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
Multiple brightness levels including red light optionsSolid durability with glass breakers on bezelCompact and lightweight for easy EDC
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)
Brightest white mode has shorter throw distance than some competitorsRotating collar switch may add bulk
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