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Acebeam W30 vs Acebeam W35

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

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Acebeam W35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam W30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam W35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam W30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam W35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam W35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam W30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam W30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam W35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam W30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam W35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 376% 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 W30 — Beam distance: 2408 m (7900 ft)Acebeam W30 — Max candela: 1450000 cdAcebeam W30 — Weight: 332.3 g (11.72 oz)Acebeam W30 — Length: 199.1 mm (7.84 in)Acebeam W30 — Retail price: US$260Acebeam W30 — Max lumens: 500 lmAcebeam W35 — Beam distance: 2600 m (8530 ft)Acebeam W35 — Max candela: 1690000 cdAcebeam W35 — Weight: 327.4 g (11.55 oz)Acebeam W35 — Length: 189.9 mm (7.48 in)Acebeam W35 — Retail price: US$339.9Acebeam W35 — Max lumens: 800 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$260Cheapest
US$339.9Most expensive
Weight
332.3 g (11.72 oz)Heaviest
327.4 g (11.55 oz)Lightest
Length
199.1 mm (7.84 in)Longest
189.9 mm (7.48 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
800 lmHighest output
Max candela
1450000 cdLowest candela
1690000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
2408 m (7900 ft)Lowest
2600 m (8530 ft)Highest
Max runtime
105 minShortest runtime
500 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 Li-ion
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB-C recharge built-in battery
USB-C integrated charging port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (dustproof and waterproof to 2m for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 high-quality aluminum alloy
High-quality AL6061-T6 aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Ultra-long-range illuminationSearch and rescueLocation positioningHunting with red filterLong distance target illumination
Long-range illuminationHuntingOutdoor activitiesProfessional inspectionsSearch and rescue
Common praise
Impressive beam distance and intensitySolid and attractive build qualityLong runtime for its classDedicated safety features for laser useIncludes useful accessories like red filter and tripod compatibility
Excellent build quality typical of AcebeamInnovative electronic zoom with seamless flood to spot transitionVery high beam intensity and impressive throw distanceConvenient USB-C charging with onboard batteryClear battery level indicator LEDGood mode spacing without PWM
Common complaints
Beam is very narrow, limiting close range utilitySome find body surface slipperyHigh price relative to typical LED flashlightsNot designed for general EDC everyday useBeam visible in air can compromise stealth
Relatively heavy compared to typical EDC flashlightsNo pocket clip or pouch includedTripod mount removed compared to predecessor W30Turbo and strobe modes not memorized on power cycle