Comparison Console
Acebeam T35 vs ThruNite Defender
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam T35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2253% 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$76Most expensive
Weight
138.5 g (4.89 oz)Heaviest
108 g (3.81 oz)Lightest
Length
137.6 mm (5.42 in)Longest
118 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1900 lmHighest output
1619 lmLowest output
Max candela
36100 cdHighest candela
4880 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
380 m (1247 ft)Highest
139 m (456 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
24000 minLongest runtime
1020 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable, compatible with 2x CR123A
Built-in 1500mAh LiPo
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m/30min)
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy, hard anodized
HAIII black anodized 6061 aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useSelf-defenseEDCOutdoor use
EDC utility tasksInspection workMechanicsElectriciansHVAC professionals
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
Versatile 3-in-1 lighting with white, UV, and laserFlat and pocketable designUSB-C charging with battery level indicatorsStrong magnetic base and two-way clipGood runtime and output for 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)
Moonlight mode activation is somewhat slowBattery is built-in and not user replaceableLight heats up under extended Turbo useLow CRI cool white tint
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