Comparison Console
Acebeam T36 vs Fenix TK20R 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 45% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T36 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam T36 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 175% 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$129.9Cheapest
US$130Most expensive
Weight
113 g (3.99 oz)Lightest
204 g (7.20 oz)Heaviest
Length
145 mm (5.71 in)Shortest
153 mm (6.02 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
23870 cdLowest candela
56600 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
309 m (1014 ft)Lowest
475 m (1558 ft)Highest
Max runtime
7920 minLongest runtime
2880 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
21700 Li-ion rechargeable
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)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with premium Type III Hard Anodized Anti-abrasive finish
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Self-defenseEveryday carryHuntingSearch & rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
Tactical identification and useLaw enforcementMilitarySearch and RescueOutdoor professionals
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
Very high 3000 lumen output with excellent 475m beam throw for tactical useConvenient USB-C rechargeable 21700 battery system with solid runtimeIntuitive dual tailcap switches for one-handed tactical operationRugged IP68 waterproof and impact-resistant designVersatile multi-mode output including instant strobe for defensive purposes
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
Larger and heavier than compact EDC lights (204g with battery)No ultra-low moonlight mode for extended low-light preservationTurbo mode step-down under sustained usePremium pricing compared to basic tactical lightsMade in China may be a consideration for some U.S. procurement preferences