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Acebeam X25 vs Acebeam X45

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

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Acebeam X45 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam X45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam X25 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 66% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam X45 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam X25 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 101% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam X45 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam X25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam X25 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam X45 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2910% 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 X25 — Beam distance: 1553 m (5095 ft)Acebeam X25 — Max candela: 602952 cdAcebeam X25 — Weight: 1073 g (37.85 oz)Acebeam X25 — Length: 158 mm (6.22 in)Acebeam X25 — Retail price: US$390Acebeam X25 — Max lumens: 23000 lmAcebeam X45 — Beam distance: 660 m (2165 ft)Acebeam X45 — Max candela: 109000 cdAcebeam X45 — Weight: 535 g (18.87 oz)Acebeam X45 — Length: 156.7 mm (6.17 in)Acebeam X45 — Retail price: US$234.9Acebeam X45 — Max lumens: 18000 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$390Most expensive
US$234.9Cheapest
Weight
1073 g (37.85 oz)Heaviest
535 g (18.87 oz)Lightest
Length
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
156.7 mm (6.17 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
23000 lmHighest output
18000 lmLowest output
Max candela
602952 cdHighest candela
109000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1553 m (5095 ft)Highest
660 m (2165 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
618 minShortest runtime
18600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery pack (14.4V/4250mAh) or removable holder with 4 x 21700 5000mAh Li-ion batteries
4 x 18650 Lithium-Ion (IMR) batteries
Charging type
USB-C fast charging (60W, 1.5 hours for battery pack version)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Unknown
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (submersible to 2m / 6.6')
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.2 m (4 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy with HA-III anodizing coating
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish, ultra-clear tempered glass with AR coating, stainless steel crenelated bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueExploringCamping with atmospheric RGB lightingLong-range illumination
Search and rescueCampingHuntingSelf-drivingOutdoor illumination
Common praise
Very high output and long beam distanceRGB lighting for atmospheric effectsFast USB-C charging on battery pack versionRobust build with durable materials and IP68 ratingDual switch interface with mechanical lock for safety
Extremely bright outputDigitally regulated output maintains consistent brightnessDurable build quality with aircraft grade aluminum and toughened glassMulti-mode output including strobe and fireflyLong battery runtimes on lower modes
Common complaints
Large and heavy, not pocket-friendlyBattery holder version requires external charging of cellsSomewhat complex UI with multiple modes
Can get hot on max output leading to step downHeavy weight for EDC at 535 gramsUser reports of customer service issues with warranty and import duties

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