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