Acebeam Terminator M1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Olight X7 Marauder stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Olight X7 Marauder stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 157% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Olight X7 Marauder stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Acebeam Terminator M1 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Acebeam Terminator M1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Olight X7 Marauder stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Acebeam Terminator M1 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Olight X7 Marauder stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 157% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Acebeam Terminator M1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Olight X7 Marauder stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 26567% 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.
Optional smart charger included in kit or standard 4-bay charger
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with MilSpec Type-II hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
▣Long-range searching▣EDC with both flood and throw▣Search and rescue▣Industrial applications▣Hiking▣Cave exploration
▣High output illumination▣Outdoor use▣Search and rescue▣Long range lighting
Common praise
✓Unique and versatile combination of zoomable LEP and LED lights✓Excellent beam quality with high CRI LEDs and precise LEP spotlight✓Compact size for a dual-head 21700 flashlight✓Good build quality and durable materials✓Long runtime and effective battery charging via USB-C
✓Very high maximum brightness✓Long runtime especially at lower modes✓Robust build quality with premium materials✓Thermal management to prevent overheating✓Good mode memory and versatile user interface
Common complaints
⚠Cannot run LEP and LED simultaneously⚠Heavier and larger than typical pocket EDC flashlights⚠No indicator for which light source is active when off⚠Tailcap removal required for charging may lead to user inconvenience⚠Lanyard could be longer for neck carry⚠Zoom operation may require two hands for some users
⚠Large and heavy compared to typical EDC flashlights⚠Not suitable for compact pocket carry⚠Turbo S mode cannot be used continuously in high ambient temperatures⚠Requires high-drain 18650 batteries for best performance