Comparison Console
Acebeam T37 vs Fenix PD36R ACE
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T37 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T37 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam T37 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T37 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T37 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T37 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$129.9Cheapest
US$146Most expensive
Weight
202 g (7.13 oz)Heaviest
182 g (6.42 oz)Lightest
Length
145.2 mm (5.72 in)Shortest
146 mm (5.75 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
3000 lmLowest output
Max candela
48400 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
440 m (1444 ft)Highest
415 m (1362 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4320 minLongest runtime
3805 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable battery
One 21700 rechargeable Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Black anodized aluminum
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseDuty UseEDCSelf DefenseSearch And Rescue
Users Who Want High Brightness And Long Beam DistanceOutdoor And Tactical UseUsers Who Want Customizable Operation Modes
Common praise
High Output With Consistent BrightnessTactile And Easy To Use Rotary Magnetic SwitchSolid Build Quality And Durable Anodized Aluminum BodyLong Runtime Especially In Ultra Low Mode (up To 72 Hours)Convenient Hidden USB C Charging PortVersatile Two Stage Tail SwitchReplaceable Battery
High Brightness OutputLong Beam DistanceDurable ConstructionCustomizable Mode SettingsConvenient USB C Charging PortSolid Battery Runtime
Common complaints
Relatively Heavy At 202 Grams For Cap Or Lightweight CarryRotary Switch Requires Multiple Turns To Switch Between Certain ModesHolster Is Stiff Initially And Tight Fitting
No Specific Complaints Noted In Source, But Weight May Be Considered Heavy For Keychain Use
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