Comparison Console
Acebeam W50 2.0 vs Olight Marauder 2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight Marauder 2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Marauder 2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Marauder 2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 536% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Marauder 2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W50 2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1263% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Marauder 2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W50 2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 121% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W50 2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Marauder 2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 536% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W50 2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Marauder 2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1867% 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$2999Most expensive
US$219.99Cheapest
Weight
1660 g (58.55 oz)Heaviest
750 g (26.46 oz)Lightest
Length
216 mm (8.50 in)Longest
140 mm (5.51 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2200 lmLowest output
14000 lmHighest output
Max candela
6405961 cdHighest candela
160000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
5062 m (16608 ft)Highest
800 m (2625 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
180 minShortest runtime
3540 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
8x 18650 lithium-ion battery pack
Built-in three 3.6V 5000mAh 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion batteries (54Wh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminium alloy
Aluminum Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range search and rescueProfessional tactical useOutdoor enthusiasts requiring extreme beam distance
Search and rescueSelf-defenseCampingHuntingOutdoor activitiesLaw enforcementGeneral use
Common praise
Exceptionally long beam distance with highly focused LEP technologyRobust and waterproof constructionZoomable beam offering both intense spotlight and floodlight modesBuilt-in rechargeable battery pack with USB-C chargingStable performance with active cooling fan
Extremely bright and powerful outputFlexible lighting modes with spotlight and floodlightLong runtime and fast USB-C chargingBuilt-in safety sensors to prevent overheatingDurable and waterproof construction
Common complaints
Heavy and bulky, not suitable for casual carryHigh price point above $2500Limited retail availability due to Class 3B laser regulationLimited runtime on highest output mode (approximately 5 minutes)Requires caution due to laser safety class
Large size and weight may limit pocket carryHigher price compared to smaller EDC lights