Acebeam T35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SD11 Diving Light stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SD11 Diving Light stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 163% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Sofirn SD11 Diving Light stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Acebeam T35 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 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Sofirn SD11 Diving Light stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 139% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Acebeam T35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Sofirn SD11 Diving Light stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 163% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Sofirn SD11 Diving Light 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 3536% 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
1 x 26800 rechargeable lithium ion battery (7500mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m/30min)
IPX8 (100 meters waterproof)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy, hard anodized
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
▣Tactical use▣Self-defense▣EDC▣Outdoor use
▣Scuba diving▣Underwater photography▣Fishing▣Cave exploration▣Water work
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
✓Very bright 5000 lumens with long 244 meter beam distance✓Outstanding color rendering with CRI 90 warm light and neutral white option✓Durable aluminum construction with IPX8 100m waterproof rating✓Convenient USB-C recharge and included high-capacity battery✓Simple yet effective dual-switch interface with battery level indication
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)
⚠Relatively heavy at 331 grams with battery⚠Large size compared to typical EDC flashlights⚠No detailed official specs for the included proprietary battery