Combining an LEP thrower with a flood LED was an awesome idea. You get the best of both worlds in one package. It is definitely on the chunkier side, but the performance makes up for it. The toggle between modes is smooth and responsive. It is pricey, but flashlight enthusiasts will love it.
This is such a unique flashlight, in fact this is still the only flashlight in the world with zoomable LEP + LED setup. I am super impressed with the output for both and It is the most useful flashlight in my collection. I would highly recommend anyone to buy this flashlight.
I've had my Terminator-M1 since 2023, and it has remained a rock-solid, reliable workhorse that I genuinely enjoy using. As a first-generation model, it delivers excellent performance and truly set the bar high for what this lineup could be. My only real complaint is that the body is noticeably thick and bulky, which makes it a bit cumbersome to pocket-carry every day. However, I'm happy to see that the 2.0 version addresses this issue by trimming down the size, so I'm looking forward to that improvement.
Hey everyone,I’ve been using the AceBeam Terminator M1 (Dual-Head LEP/LED) in the Marbling finish for a year and a half now (purchased in February 2025), and it is an absolutely fantastic piece of gear.What I love about it:Build Quality: The construction is top-notch, and the Marbling finish looks absolutely gorgeous in person.The Light: The standard LED provides a beautiful, bright flood, while the LEP throws a remarkably tight, cinematic beam.Fun Factor: To be completely honest, I don't have much practical, everyday use for the laser (LEP) side, but the beam is so visually striking that I absolutely love using it just for the fun of it.The only minor drawback:Over time, I noticed some weird "artifacts" appearing on the inner surface of the LEP's focusing lens. At first glance, it looks like dust or scratches on the outside of the glass, but it’s definitely trapped inside. I have no idea what caused this defect to appear.Final Verdict: 5/5 StarsDespite that small flaw, these artifacts don't interfere with the flashlight's performance or beam profile at all. Because it doesn't impact functionality, I am not deducting any points. After 1.5 years of flawless operation and absolutely zero complaints about its reliability, it still earns a solid 5 stars from me!
Ive bought another one , because the first was lost for a moment , either accidently drop from my belt ( with minor modification ) using motorcycle to commute , but actually misplaced. and its almost 1 year in a daily use , It help me for daily work in technical task , the adjustable lep zoom funtion assist me alot to pin point certain object to friends or contractors , to look under water tank floor , and others , the flood light is amazing and the durability its amazing , drops , humid enviroment, the 2nd purchase which has Nichia led , it help me to enhance the colour in photoshoot using phone , just on the flood light beam on a ceiling and let the light bounce , and make the photo looks good , i hope Acebeam M1 has a brighter more powerful lep , with same terminator M1 funtions and to add Beacon light funtion which currently just Strobes.
M1 is a fantastic hybrid LEP/LED flashlight that quickly became one of the most fun and versatile lights in my collection. The form factor is very compact for a 21700 dual-head design, and the build quality, anodizing, and machining all feel premium in the hand.The zoomable LEP head throws a ridiculously tight, clean beam to well over a kilometer, while the triple LED side (especially with Nichia 519A) gives a bright, useful flood with great color rendering for closer work. Switching between LEP and LED is intuitive thanks to the dual side switches.On the downside, you cannot run LEP and LED at the same time, which would be amazing for combining throw and flood like in the M2, and the light is a bit heavy for true pocket EDC, especially with the included 21700 cell. Still, if you want a single light that can act as both a long‑range laser beam and a practical close‑range flooder, the Terminator M1 is in its own class
The Terminator M1 is a dual-engine marvel that satisfies the "flood vs. throw" debate once and for all. On one side, you have a gorgeous triple Nichia 519A array (High-CRI) for a wall of natural light; on the other, a zoomable LEP (Laser Excited Phosphor) that reaches a staggering 1,600 meters.For the enthusiast, the "joy of use" comes from the mechanical zoom ring and the dedicated toggle switch. It feels like a high-end sci-fi gadget—dense, perfectly machined, and capable of shifting from a wide, rosy flood to a surgical "light saber" beam in seconds. It’s a specialized masterpiece that turns every night walk into a technical experience.
Ended up gifting the Acebeam TM1(Grey) to an employee. Bought another one. As is usual, The quality and workmanship were immaculate. Acebeam delivered again a superior and unrivaled product again at the right price point. Delivery took one week to North America, that is very fast. I highly recommend the Terminator M1 series the only flash light that has manged to combine an LEP with a functional zoom, and an LED. A superb technical prowess pleasing to the senses.
I bought this as I like the design and just how unique it is. Ordered mine in OD Green with 519A leds and it looks just like the pictures.Shipping took a few weeks but not too bad.LED color is really nice, the LEP is super bright but I was a bit dissapointed on the LED brightness as I was expecting more to be honest.
I got this using a military discount which brought the price down significantly, almost $100- that being said- I’m not compensated to write this review. This light, to me fits in the same category as the “Cool Fall Spy” with its design. I love the way it looks. Very very simple- focus knob on the LEP, 2 buttons to control the LEDs, brightness, lockout, turbo, strobe. Very very well thought out. The light feels good in the hand, little heft to it but not enough to be a problem- just right. I got the new “marble” MAO and it is very very similar to the FFL “Fossil Grey” which I love. They did a great job here as well, albeit this color is a bit lighter and not quite as glossy feeling as the FFL, so between FFL vs AB, FFL wins, but only barely- and that’s a high compliment if you know how good that “fossil” mao is over there at FFL- pretty much best I’ve seen. The LEP works perfectly, the zoom function works very very well. It has a satisfying action to the knob which makes a hint of noise and has a touch of feedback, making it a tactile experience. The LEDs (I opted for the Nichia 519) aren’t very rosy or very bright. They appear to use TIR optics, giving the Nichias a very floodgates output. It is almost certainly at 90 CRI, but next to other, hand selected or FFL emitters, they appear cold. I don’t think you’d notice it unless you were holding it next to another high CRI beam but it’s something to be aware of if you’re hoping for super warm (or super bright). You won’t find either with the Nichia’s offered here. Besides the emitters being a bit disappointing, the light itself is not terribly bright. I tried it with 2 different batteries- the acebeam brand it came with and a vapcell P50. The performance appeared similar to my eye. The LED isn’t terribly bright and neither is the LEP. I was slightly disappointed here. I had hopes this would smoke my Marauder Mini but without testing it, I don’t think it could. The LEP isn’t as bright as the Lumintop Thor I for example. That being said- it puts off a good amount of light given its form factor. Bottom line: for $220-$250 I think this is an extremely cool offering from acebeam. I’d love to see more LEP products in general and this is really cool as it combines a decent flood light with a decent LEP in an AWESOME form factor. The material and build quality are on fleek, it also comes with a charging cable, wrist strap and a small pouch to keep the light in. The biggest thing missing here is the ability to operate both sides of the light at once. If that was possible, this would be 5 star. I would’ve also liked to see more lumens, or candela- the output just isn’t enough to get me excited. That said, I do love it and the form factor and unique character does a lot for me, as does the nice paint job. So 4/5
I normally don't leave product reviews, I'm lazy, but in this case I made the extra effort to do so because the product M1 Terminator is Amazing! I did a lot of research before buying this. Words and pictures do not do it justice. Simply, a marvel of engineering. Complex, yet very easy operate. Has a very solid feel. Well packaged with it's own hard plastic protective case enveloped with bubble and cardbiard it arrived to North America within two weeks. That is very fast. Thank you Acebeam for a wonderful product! To anyone wondering and sitting on the fence, don't wait! It's worth every penny get it while it lasts.
Is it possible to produce M1 or a similar one with clip? Thanks
Toutes les façons d'éclairer sont idéalement regroupées dans ce Terminator M1 ! C'est un véritable plaisir de passer d'un mode à un autre avec dans ceux-ci un choix d'intensité et de couverture de surface et de volume très important. ( le réglage zoom de la Lep est étonnant ! ). Evidemment , toujours la même qualité de fabrication et de finition propre à Acebeam et une forme originale qui tient bien en main. Le seul petit reproche serait l'absence de témoin de position LED /LEP avant la mise en fonction. Pas très grave. Encore toutes mes félicitations pour ce beau produit !
One of the most versatile lights on the market. Excellent build quality, excellent beam quality. Also, when considering the price of buying both a 21700 floodlight flashlight and an LEP flashlight, you come to the realization that the price of the M1 Terminator is a very good value. Highly recommended.
Extremely well designed and thought-out light, very unique and nothing else like it. Considering the cost of a 21700 LED flashlight and an LEP together, the price of the M1 is very fair. Best new light in a very long time.
FRANCEBonjour à tous, après une semaine de test de la Terminator M1, je vous donne mon avis !J'aime sortir la nuit et faire du sport en nocturne ! Avant je prenais deux lampes maintenant, j'en prend qu'une car elle est double !Avantages :- légère, cela ne gène pas de la prendre en permanence avec soi !- Forme rectangle, le top ne bouge pas en poche et en plus assez courte pour renter dans les poches les plus petites ! bravo ACBEAM !- batterie de 5000mha donc longue autonomie bien vu ACEBEAM !- Utilisation LED 3500 lumen Max largement suffisant pour un faisceau large en blanc très blanc, le mode LED est sympa pour la promenade !Les trois LED combinées ont gros avantage, cela chauffe 3 fois moins qu'une seul LED à puissance égale, BON CHOIX technique !- Utilisation LEP 700 lumen LASER BLANC FROID, un blanc pure ce qui est rare en LEP, BRAVOLe ZOOM LEP est précis et ne bave pas, pas de fuite de lumière encore une fois, j'ai jamais vus ça , c'est impeccable BRAVO !- Le bouton pour permuter très bonne idée ! Pratique instinctif bien pensée !( Dommage qu'on puisse pas allumer les LED et la LEP en même temps ! ) Mais je pense que la batterie n'aimerais pas vu les deux puissances !!!Utilisation :---Recherche dans une zone étendue pas de problème 3500lumen en faisceau large LED !---Désignation d'un objectif, point de repère, d'une direction pas de problème faisceau puissant étroit réglable LEP !Conclusion :C'est une super lampe LED / LEP , la meilleur du marché.Elle est amusante à utiliser, elle est surprenante et toujours la meilleur quand un pote veux faire le malin avec sa lampe perso !---Oui il y a des lampes plus puissantes mais bien plus grosses et surtout de qualité inferieur en finition et ingénierie.Au finale elles resterons dans votre placard les GROSSES PUISSNATES.Si vous chercher la meilleurs lampe Terminator multi usage c'est la M1 Dual Head LEP/LED; il y en aura pas pour tous série limitée :ANGLAISHello everyone, after a week of testing the Terminator M1, I'll give you my opinion!I like going out at night and doing sports at night! Before I took two lamps, now I only take one because it is double!Benefits :- light, it doesn't bother you to take it with you all the time!- Rectangular shape, the top does not move in the pocket and is also short enough to fit in the smallest pockets! well done ACBEAM!- 5000mha battery so long autonomy well seen ACEBEAM!- LED use 3500 lumen Max more than sufficient for a wide beam in very white white, the LED mode is nice for walking!The three LEDs combined have a big advantage, it heats up 3 times less than a single LED at equal power, GOOD technical CHOICE!- Use LEP 700 lumen COLD WHITE LASER, a pure white which is rare in LEP, BRAVOThe LEP ZOOM is precise and does not blur, no light leak once again, I have never seen that, it is impeccable BRAVO!- The button to swap, very good idea! Well thought out instinctive practice!(Too bad we can't turn on the LEDs and the LEP at the same time!) But I think the battery wouldn't like it given the two powers!!!Use :---Search in a wide area no problem 3500lumen wide LED beam!---Designation of an objective, landmark, direction no problem powerful narrow adjustable LEP beam!Conclusion :It's a great LED / LEP lamp, the best on the market.It's fun to use, it's surprising and always the best when a friend wants to be clever with their personal lamp!---Yes there are more powerful lamps but much larger and above all of inferior quality in finish and engineering.In the end they will remain in your cupboard as BIG POWERS.If you are looking for the best multi-use Terminator lamp it is the M1 Dual Head LEP/LED; there will not be any for all limited series:
FRANCEBonjour à tous, après une semaine de test de la Terminator M1, je vous donne mon avis !J'aime sortir la nuit et faire du sport en nocturne ! Avant je prenais deux lampes maintenant, j'en prend qu'une car elle est double !Avantages : - légère, cela ne gène pas de la prendre en permanence avec soi ! - Forme rectangle, le top ne bouge pas en poche et en plus assez courte pour renter dans les poches les plus petites ! bravo ACBEAM !- batterie de 5000mha donc longue autonomie bien vu ACEBEAM !- Utilisation LED 3500 lumen Max largement suffisant pour un faisceau large en blanc très blanc, le mode LED est sympa pour la promenade !Les trois LED combinées ont gros avantage, cela chauffe 3 fois moins qu'une seul LED à puissance égale, BON CHOIX technique !- Utilisation LEP 700 lumen LASER BLANC FROID, un blanc pure ce qui est rare en LEP, BRAVOLe ZOOM LEP est précis et ne bave pas, pas de fuite de lumière encore une fois, j'ai jamais vus ça , c'est impeccable BRAVO !- Le bouton pour permuter très bonne idée ! Pratique instinctif bien pensée !( Dommage qu'on puisse pas allumer les LED et la LEP en même temps ! ) Mais je pense que la batterie n'aimerais pas vu les deux puissances !!!Utilisation : ---Recherche dans une zone étendue pas de problème 3500lumen en faisceau large LED !---Désignation d'un objectif, point de repère, d'une direction pas de problème faisceau puissant étroit réglable LEP !Conclusion : C'est une super lampe LED / LEP , la meilleur du marché.Elle est amusante à utiliser, elle est surprenante et toujours la meilleur quand un pote veux faire le malin avec sa lampe perso !---Oui il y a des lampes plus puissantes mais bien plus grosses et surtout de qualité inferieur en finition et ingénierie. Au finale elles resterons dans votre placard les GROSSES PUISSNATES. Si vous chercher la meilleurs lampe Terminator multi usage c'est la M1 Dual Head LEP/LED; il y en aura pas pour tous série limitée :ANGLAISHello everyone, after a week of testing the Terminator M1, I'll give you my opinion!I like going out at night and doing sports at night! Before I took two lamps, now I only take one because it is double!Benefits :- light, it doesn't bother you to take it with you all the time!- Rectangular shape, the top does not move in the pocket and is also short enough to fit in the smallest pockets! well done ACBEAM!- 5000mha battery so long autonomy well seen ACEBEAM!- LED use 3500 lumen Max more than sufficient for a wide beam in very white white, the LED mode is nice for walking!The three LEDs combined have a big advantage, it heats up 3 times less than a single LED at equal power, GOOD technical CHOICE!- Use LEP 700 lumen COLD WHITE LASER, a pure white which is rare in LEP, BRAVOThe LEP ZOOM is precise and does not blur, no light leak once again, I have never seen that, it is impeccable BRAVO!- The button to swap, very good idea! Well thought out instinctive practice!(Too bad we can't turn on the LEDs and the LEP at the same time!) But I think the battery wouldn't like it given the two powers!!!Use :---Search in a wide area no problem 3500lumen wide LED beam!---Designation of an objective, landmark, direction no problem powerful narrow adjustable LEP beam!Conclusion :It's a great LED / LEP lamp, the best on the market.It's fun to use, it's surprising and always the best when a friend wants to be clever with their personal lamp!---Yes there are more powerful lamps but much larger and above all of inferior quality in finish and engineering.In the end they will remain in your cupboard as BIG POWERS.If you are looking for the best multi-use Terminator lamp it is the M1 Dual Head LEP/LED; there will not be any for all limited series:
with zoomable LEP and wide angle LED it's perfect to me to carry it in a jacket pocket
ACE Beam Terminator………. A super practical all-round flashlight, suitable for all situations thanks to the combination of LEP (searchlight) and LED, and like everything I know from ACE Beam, extremely well made and very good quality, can only be highly recommended!
I bought the F1 Terminator a few weeks ago and I'm absolutely satisfied 🥳🤩, the battery lasts well and I have everything with me when I walk the dog! Great searchlight or in BaseCamp! Super quality, absolutely 💯 Satisfied 💪
Very helpful staff, Fast delivery to the UK, Very pleased, thanks Acebeam!
購入目的は、ライト遊びです。まだ使用時間は短いですが楽しませてくれます。実用性に少し欠ける所もあると個人的に思いますが、素敵なライトなので遊び回りたいですね！
This light is so much fun! The spotlight, being zoomable, is actually more useful than I thought it would be. It's still not carry-friendly light, due to its size and Wright, but its much better than most LEPs, and it has the triple light to make it much more useful than most! Pros: Throws like a Beast.Not too large.Useful flood side.21700 battery.Spot zoom.Cons:HeavyError in "Floodight" engraving. Have to remove battery to charge.
