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Acebeam W35 vs ThruNite Catapult Pro

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

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ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 239% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam W35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 462% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Lightest

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam W35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam W35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 239% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam W35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 462% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Acebeam W35 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 26% 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 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 — Max lumens: 800 lmAcebeam W35 — Max runtime: 500 minThruNite Catapult Pro — Beam distance: 1000 m (3281 ft)ThruNite Catapult Pro — Max candela: 252500 cdThruNite Catapult Pro — Weight: 307 g (10.83 oz)ThruNite Catapult Pro — Length: 150.6 mm (5.93 in)ThruNite Catapult Pro — Max lumens: 2713 lmThruNite Catapult Pro — Max runtime: 89 minBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthMax lumensMax runtime
Price & carry
Retail price
US$339.9
Unknown
Weight
327.4 g (11.55 oz)Heaviest
307 g (10.83 oz)Lightest
Length
189.9 mm (7.48 in)Longest
150.6 mm (5.93 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
800 lmLowest output
2713 lmHighest output
Max candela
1690000 cdHighest candela
252500 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
2600 m (8530 ft)Highest
1000 m (3281 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
500 minLongest runtime
89 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion
1 x 26650 Li-ion
Charging type
USB-C integrated charging port
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (dustproof and waterproof to 2m for 30 minutes)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
High-quality AL6061-T6 aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aluminium with hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Long Range Illumination▣Hunting▣Outdoor Activities▣Professional Inspections▣Search And Rescue
▣Long Range Throw▣General Purpose Use▣Everyday Jacket Or Cargo Pocket Carry
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
✓High Output Thrower With Good Beam Distance✓Solid Build Quality With Excellent Machining And Anodizing✓USB C Onboard Charging Included✓Comes With A Comprehensive Accessory Kit Including Battery And Holster
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
⚠Heavier And Larger Than Previous Catapult V6 Model⚠Requires USB A To USB C Cable For Charging (USB C To USB C Unsupported)⚠Electronic Lockout Interface Somewhat Complex⚠Thermal Regulation Uses Timed Step Down Rather Than Continuous Active Cooling

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