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Acebeam W35 vs Nitecore P35i
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore P35i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P35i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P35i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 275% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P35i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 275% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 620% 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$339.9Most expensive
US$324Cheapest
Weight
327.4 g (11.55 oz)Heaviest
296.6 g (10.46 oz)Lightest
Length
189.9 mm (7.48 in)Longest
186.9 mm (7.36 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
800 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
1690000 cdHighest candela
678000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
2600 m (8530 ft)Highest
1650 m (5413 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
500 minShortest runtime
3600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion
21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Nitecore 21700i 5000mAh) compatible with CR123/RCR123
Charging type
USB-C integrated charging port
USB-C fast charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (dustproof and waterproof to 2m for 30 minutes)
IP68 (2m submersion)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
High-quality AL6061-T6 aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with military-grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range illuminationHuntingOutdoor activitiesProfessional inspectionsSearch and rescue
Search & Rescue (extreme long-range visibility)Hunting (precision LEP spotlight)Tactical & Law Enforcement (strobe, OLED display, remote switch compatibility)Industrial & Emergency Use (bright floodlight)Outdoor & Survival (rugged and long runtime)
Common praise
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
Exceptional long-range beam distance (1650 meters)High output brightness (3000 lumens)Versatile lighting modes (Spot, Flood, Mix)OLED display providing real-time infoDurable construction with IP68 ratingLong runtime up to 60 hours on low modeUSB-C fast charging convenience
Common complaints
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
LEP mode has a 30-second time constraint due to overheating protection
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