Comparison Console
Acebeam X45 vs Olight Marauder 2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam X45 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Marauder 2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% 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 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Marauder 2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Marauder 2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Marauder 2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 425% 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$234.9Most expensive
US$219.99Cheapest
Weight
535 g (18.87 oz)Lightest
750 g (26.46 oz)Heaviest
Length
156.7 mm (6.17 in)Longest
140 mm (5.51 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
18000 lmHighest output
14000 lmLowest output
Max candela
109000 cdLowest candela
160000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
660 m (2165 ft)Lowest
800 m (2625 ft)Highest
Max runtime
18600 minLongest runtime
3540 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4 x 18650 Lithium-Ion (IMR) batteries
Built-in three 3.6V 5000mAh 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion batteries (54Wh)
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (submersible to 2m / 6.6')
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish, ultra-clear tempered glass with AR coating, stainless steel crenelated bezel
Aluminum Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueCampingHuntingSelf-drivingOutdoor illumination
Search and rescueSelf-defenseCampingHuntingOutdoor activitiesLaw enforcementGeneral use
Common praise
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
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
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
Large size and weight may limit pocket carryHigher price compared to smaller EDC lights