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
Cheapest
Acebeam T35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Nitecore P12 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Acebeam T35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Nitecore P12 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Nitecore P12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Acebeam T35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Nitecore P12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
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.
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 Use▣Self Defense▣EDC▣Outdoor Use
▣Everyday Carry▣Tactical Use▣Indoor And Most Outdoor Lighting
Common praise
✓Excellent Build Quality And Finish✓Reliable And Well Regulated Output✓Good Mode Spacing And Simple Dual Switch Interface✓Includes Holster And Lanyard✓Battery Level And Charging Indicator On Side Switch
✓Multiple Brightness Levels Including Red Light Options✓Solid Durability With Glass Breakers On Bezel✓Compact And Lightweight For Easy EDC
Common complaints
⚠No Direct Shortcut To Turbo Or Moonlight Modes⚠Protruding Tail Switch Makes Tailstand Use Impossible⚠Sharp Bezel Can Wear Through Clothing⚠Charging Can Be Intermittent And Relatively Slow (~3 Hours)
⚠Brightest White Mode Has Shorter Throw Distance Than Some Competitors⚠Rotating Collar Switch May Add Bulk