Comparison Console
Acebeam T36 vs Fenix E28R V2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam T36 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T36 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% 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$129.9Most expensive
US$64.95Cheapest
Weight
113 g (3.99 oz)Lightest
128 g (4.52 oz)Heaviest
Length
145 mm (5.71 in)Longest
121 mm (4.76 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmHighest output
1700 lmLowest output
Max candela
23870 cdHighest candela
18588 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
309 m (1014 ft)Highest
273 m (896 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
7920 minShortest runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 / waterproof under water 5m
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with premium Type III Hard Anodized Anti-abrasive finish
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Self-defenseEveryday carryHuntingSearch & rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
Everyday carry (EDC)Daily commutingCampingHikingHands-free use with magnetic tail
Common praise
Solid tactical design with dual switch setup4000K tint offers nice color renderingUSB-C charging convenient and fastCompact size with sturdy feel and firm gripGood beam distance and output balance
High output for sizeVersatile lighting modes including warning lightsUSB-C fast chargingSolid build quality and finishMagnetic tail for hands-free useGood runtime on lower modes
Common complaints
Can get hot quickly at highest outputMedium mode brightness lower than some users would preferLong shipping time from China to USA in some cases
Slightly heavy for pocket carryTailcap is glued and only removable by tailNo included pouchBeam tint cooler and CRI moderate
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