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Acebeam Terminator M2 vs Fenix PD36R ACE

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

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Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 67% 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 — 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 — Max lumens: 3200 lmAcebeam Terminator M2 — Max runtime: 2280 minFenix PD36R ACE — Beam distance: 415 m (1362 ft)Fenix PD36R ACE — Weight: 182 g (6.42 oz)Fenix PD36R ACE — Length: 146 mm (5.75 in)Fenix PD36R ACE — Retail price: US$146Fenix PD36R ACE — Max lumens: 3000 lmFenix PD36R ACE — Max runtime: 3805 minBeam distanceWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumensMax runtime
Price & carry
Retail price
US$139.9Cheapest
US$146Most expensive
Weight
201.1 g (7.09 oz)Heaviest
182 g (6.42 oz)Lightest
Length
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Shortest
146 mm (5.75 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3200 lmHighest output
3000 lmLowest output
Max candela
62500 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
500 m (1640 ft)Highest
415 m (1362 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2280 minShortest runtime
3805 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 Li-ion battery with built-in USB-C charging
One 21700 rechargeable Li-ion battery
Charging type
Battery built-in USB-C port (battery included)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
High-quality aluminum alloy AL6061-T6 with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive and corrosion-resistant finish
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDC UseOutdoor ActivitiesTactical UseEmergency LightingMulti Distance Lighting
Users Who Want High Brightness And Long Beam DistanceOutdoor And Tactical UseUsers Who Want Customizable Operation Modes
Common praise
Versatile Dual Beam Design Combining Flood And SpotlightReliable And Solid Build Quality With Good Machining And FinishConvenient USB C Rechargeable Battery IncludedGood Runtime And Thermal ManagementIntuitive Dual Switch InterfaceRgb Auxiliary Lighting For Signaling And Night Vision Preservation
High Brightness OutputLong Beam DistanceDurable ConstructionCustomizable Mode SettingsConvenient USB C Charging PortSolid Battery Runtime
Common complaints
Tailcap Must Be Removed To Charge The Battery, Which Some Users Find InconvenientHeavier And Larger Than Ultra Compact FlashlightsPocket Clip Can Be Stiff And Not Deep CarrySome Users Dislike Extensive Laser Etching
No Specific Complaints Noted In Source, But Weight May Be Considered Heavy For Keychain Use

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