Comparison Console
Acebeam UC25 vs Fenix PD40R V2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC25 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Acebeam UC25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 28% 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$164.95Cheapest
US$165Most expensive
Weight
137.9 g (4.86 oz)Heaviest
117 g (4.13 oz)Lightest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
138 mm (5.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3100 lmHighest output
3000 lmLowest output
Max candela
7569 cdLowest candela
40567 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
174 m (571 ft)Lowest
405 m (1329 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4140 minShortest runtime
5280 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 3.7V 3000mAh polymer battery
1x 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP65
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum with hard-anodized finish
A6061-T6 aircraft grade aluminium
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Tactical useOutdoor activitiesProfessional tasksHands-free operation
Everyday carry (EDC)Professional useGeneral purpose useInspectionWalking a dogSituations requiring versatile brightness levels
Common praise
Versatile multi-light sources for various tasksCompact and lightweight for easy everyday carryDurable with IP65 rating and 1.5 meter impact resistanceIntuitive triple switch interfaceUSB-C rechargeable battery with battery level indicatorMagnetic tail cap for hands-free use
High maximum and sustained brightnessSmooth and easy rotary switch operationGood battery runtime with included 21700 batterySolid build quality with aircraft grade aluminiumIP68 dust and waterproof ratedComes with holster and spare o-rings
Common complaints
No clear complaints found in provided sources
Packaging not very stylishNo included AC adapter for chargingRotary switch may require getting used to