Acebeam T35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 66% 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 138% 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 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Sofirn LT1 Lantern stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Acebeam T35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 66% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Sofirn LT1 Lantern stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 192% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Sofirn LT1 Lantern stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Acebeam T35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 138% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Sofirn LT1 Lantern stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Acebeam T35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3233% 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
4 x 18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m/30min)
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum alloy, hard anodized
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
▣Tactical use▣Self-defense▣EDC▣Outdoor use
▣Camping▣Hiking▣Outdoor use▣Emergency 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
✓High output brightness✓Long runtime (up to 12 hours)✓Stepless adjustable color temperature✓Rugged and waterproof build✓Anduril 2.0 firmware with many modes
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)
⚠Some find the weight (405g) heavy compared to smaller lanterns⚠No tripod mounting thread⚠Beam distance not specified