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Acebeam W35 vs Nitecore TM20K
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam W35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM20K stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM20K stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 2400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 2400% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 56% 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$299.95Cheapest
Weight
327.4 g (11.55 oz)Lightest
422 g (14.89 oz)Heaviest
Length
189.9 mm (7.48 in)Longest
145.5 mm (5.73 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
800 lmLowest output
20000 lmHighest output
Max candela
1690000 cdHighest candela
22200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
2600 m (8530 ft)Highest
290 m (951 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
500 minShortest runtime
780 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion
Built-in 2 x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable batteries, 9600mAh total capacity
Charging type
USB-C integrated charging port
USB-C with Quick Charge support
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (dustproof and waterproof to 2m for 30 minutes)
IP68
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
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range illuminationHuntingOutdoor activitiesProfessional inspectionsSearch and rescue
Tactical activitiesSearch and rescueOutdoor activitiesIndustrial useSelf-preservation and active threat mitigation
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
Extremely high brightness outputSolid and durable CNC machined unibody constructionVersatile dual switch with tactical featuresStable output with advanced thermal regulationGood waterproofing and impact resistance
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
Relatively heavy and bulky for everyday carryBurst mode duration is short
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