Comparison Console
Acebeam T36 vs Nitecore P20i
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 9% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P20i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T36 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P20i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 247% 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$116Cheapest
Weight
113 g (3.99 oz)Lightest
124 g (4.37 oz)Heaviest
Length
145 mm (5.71 in)Shortest
151 mm (5.94 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmHighest output
1800 lmLowest output
Max candela
23870 cdLowest candela
28500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
309 m (1014 ft)Lowest
337 m (1106 ft)Highest
Max runtime
7920 minLongest runtime
2280 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Rechargeable 21700 Li-ion battery (Nitecore 21700 i-series NL2140i 4000mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 / waterproof under water 5m
IP68 (waterproof, submersible up to 2 meters)
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
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Self-defenseEveryday carryHuntingSearch & rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
HuntingLaw EnforcementMilitaryProfessional inspection and detectionOutdoor activitiesEDC tactical use
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 brightness suitable for tactical and outdoor useDual white and UV light for detection and inspectionRechargeable with USB-C and included 21700 batteryCompact yet robust build with aircraft-grade aluminumGood impact resistance and waterproof rating
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
Relatively heavy and large for pocket EDCHigher price point compared to basic modelsMight have complex modes for casual users
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