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Acebeam T36 vs Fenix HL32R-T
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T36 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 163% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 163% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 14% 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$119.95Cheapest
Weight
113 g (3.99 oz)Heaviest
107 g (3.77 oz)Lightest
Length
145 mm (5.71 in)Longest
66 mm (2.60 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmHighest output
800 lmLowest output
Max candela
23870 cdHighest candela
365 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
309 m (1014 ft)Highest
132 m (433 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
7920 minShortest runtime
9000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
1 x rechargeable ARB-LP1900 Li-ion battery or 3 x AAA batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 / waterproof under water 5m
IP66
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with premium Type III Hard Anodized Anti-abrasive finish
Magnesium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Self DefenseEveryday CarryHuntingSearch & RescueLaw EnforcementOutdoor Activities
Trail RunningJoggingOutdoor Activities Requiring Hands Free Lighting
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
Excellent Build QualityLightweight DesignVersatile Lighting Options
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
Slight Bounce During Running Due To Size
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