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Acebeam Terminator M1 vs Acebeam X45

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Acebeam Terminator M1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 414% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam X45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam Terminator M1 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam Terminator M1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam X45 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam Terminator M1 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam X45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 414% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam Terminator M1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam X45 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 11381% 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.

Acebeam Terminator M1 — Beam distance: 1600 m (5249 ft)Acebeam Terminator M1 — Max candela: 640000 cdAcebeam Terminator M1 — Weight: 305 g (10.76 oz)Acebeam Terminator M1 — Length: 104 mm (4.09 in)Acebeam Terminator M1 — Retail price: US$279.9Acebeam Terminator M1 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Acebeam X45 — Beam distance: 660 m (2165 ft)Acebeam X45 — Max candela: 109000 cdAcebeam X45 — Weight: 535 g (18.87 oz)Acebeam X45 — Length: 156.7 mm (6.17 in)Acebeam X45 — Retail price: US$234.9Acebeam X45 — Impact resistance: 1.2 m (4 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$279.9Most expensive
US$234.9Cheapest
Weight
305 g (10.76 oz)Lightest
535 g (18.87 oz)Heaviest
Length
104 mm (4.09 in)Shortest
156.7 mm (6.17 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3500 lmLowest output
18000 lmHighest output
Max candela
640000 cdHighest candela
109000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1600 m (5249 ft)Highest
660 m (2165 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
162 minShortest runtime
18600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion
4 x 18650 Lithium-Ion (IMR) batteries
Charging type
USB-C on-cell
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Unknown
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (submersible to 2m / 6.6')
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish, ultra-clear tempered glass with AR coating, stainless steel crenelated bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range searchingEDC with both flood and throwSearch and rescueIndustrial applicationsHikingCave exploration
Search and rescueCampingHuntingSelf-drivingOutdoor illumination
Common praise
Unique and versatile combination of zoomable LEP and LED lightsExcellent beam quality with high CRI LEDs and precise LEP spotlightCompact size for a dual-head 21700 flashlightGood build quality and durable materialsLong runtime and effective battery charging via USB-C
Extremely bright outputDigitally regulated output maintains consistent brightnessDurable build quality with aircraft grade aluminum and toughened glassMulti-mode output including strobe and fireflyLong battery runtimes on lower modes
Common complaints
Cannot run LEP and LED simultaneouslyHeavier and larger than typical pocket EDC flashlightsNo indicator for which light source is active when offTailcap removal required for charging may lead to user inconvenienceLanyard could be longer for neck carryZoom operation may require two hands for some users
Can get hot on max output leading to step downHeavy weight for EDC at 535 gramsUser reports of customer service issues with warranty and import duties

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