Acebeam W35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1775% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Acebeam W35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Acebeam W35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Acebeam W35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1775% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Acebeam W35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1415% 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.
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery pack 12000 mAh (or 1 to 4 x 18650 cells)
Charging type
USB-C integrated charging port
USB Type-C fast charging (QC3.0 compatible)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (dustproof and waterproof to 2m for 30 minutes)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
High-quality AL6061-T6 aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
▣Long-range illumination▣Hunting▣Outdoor activities▣Professional inspections▣Search and rescue
▣Search and rescue▣Outdoor contractors▣High output lighting needs▣Long-range and wide-area illumination
Common praise
✓Excellent build quality typical of Acebeam✓Innovative electronic zoom with seamless flood to spot transition✓Very high beam intensity and impressive throw distance✓Convenient USB-C charging with onboard battery✓Clear battery level indicator LED✓Good mode spacing without PWM
✓Excellent brightness and balanced beam for both throw and flood✓Durable and waterproof design (IP68)✓Fast USB-C charging and battery level indicator✓Good runtime especially on lower modes✓Ergonomic and solid build quality
Common complaints
⚠Relatively heavy compared to typical EDC flashlights⚠No pocket clip or pouch included⚠Tripod mount removed compared to predecessor W30⚠Turbo and strobe modes not memorized on power cycle
⚠Heaviest and largest in its class for EDC⚠Highest output modes are temperature limited with short runtime at max output