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Acebeam Terminator M2 vs Fenix HM71R

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

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Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HM71R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix HM71R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix HM71R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix HM71R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix HM71R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 953% 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 M2 — Beam distance: 500 m (1640 ft)Acebeam Terminator M2 — Max candela: 62500 cdAcebeam Terminator M2 — Weight: 201.1 g (7.09 oz)Acebeam Terminator M2 — Length: 95.4 mm (3.76 in)Acebeam Terminator M2 — Retail price: US$139.9Acebeam Terminator M2 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Fenix HM71R — Beam distance: 230 m (755 ft)Fenix HM71R — Max candela: 13300 cdFenix HM71R — Weight: 207.5 g (7.32 oz)Fenix HM71R — Length: 106 mm (4.17 in)Fenix HM71R — Retail price: US$128.5Fenix HM71R — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$139.9Most expensive
US$128.5Cheapest
Weight
201.1 g (7.09 oz)Lightest
207.5 g (7.32 oz)Heaviest
Length
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Shortest
106 mm (4.17 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3200 lmHighest output
2700 lmLowest output
Max candela
62500 cdHighest candela
13300 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
500 m (1640 ft)Highest
230 m (755 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2280 minShortest runtime
24000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 Li-ion battery with built-in USB-C charging
1x21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 included)
Charging type
Battery built-in USB-C port (battery included)
USB Type-C (supports 2A charging current)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
High-quality aluminum alloy AL6061-T6 with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive and corrosion-resistant finish
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC Use▣Outdoor Activities▣Tactical Use▣Emergency Lighting▣Multi Distance Lighting
▣Camping▣Work▣Emergency Use▣General Purpose Lighting▣Hands Free Tasks
Common praise
✓Versatile Dual Beam Design Combining Flood And Spotlight✓Reliable And Solid Build Quality With Good Machining And Finish✓Convenient USB C Rechargeable Battery Included✓Good Runtime And Thermal Management✓Intuitive Dual Switch Interface✓Rgb Auxiliary Lighting For Signaling And Night Vision Preservation
✓High Maximum Output Of 2700 Lumens✓Good Beam Distance Of 230 Meters✓Versatile Dual LED (spot And Flood)✓Solid Build With Ip68 Waterproof Rating And 2m Impact Resistance✓Magnetic Tailcap Allows Hands Free Mounting On Metal Surfaces✓Detachable From Headband For Handheld Use✓Included High Capacity Rechargeable 21700 Battery With USB C Charging
Common complaints
⚠Tailcap Must Be Removed To Charge The Battery, Which Some Users Find Inconvenient⚠Heavier And Larger Than Ultra Compact Flashlights⚠Pocket Clip Can Be Stiff And Not Deep Carry⚠Some Users Dislike Extensive Laser Etching
⚠Right Angle Form Factor May Not Be Ideal For Dedicated Headlamp Use Compared To T Type Headlamps⚠No Detailed Information On Switch Type Or Material Composition

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