Comparison Console
Acebeam D30 vs Acebeam T28
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam D30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 124% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam T28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam D30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam D30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam D30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 124% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam D30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 14300% 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$189.9Most expensive
US$182.9Cheapest
Weight
517 g (18.24 oz)Heaviest
427 g (15.06 oz)Lightest
Length
267.9 mm (10.55 in)Longest
198 mm (7.80 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5600 lmHighest output
2500 lmLowest output
Max candela
528529 cdHighest candela
422500 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1454 m (4770 ft)Highest
1300 m (4265 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
300 minShortest runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 21700 rechargeable USB-C batteries
1x IMR21700NP-510A rechargeable li-ion battery (included), compatible with 1x18650 battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Unknown
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with hard anodization
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Professional Deep Sea DivingUnderwater Marine ExplorationNavigating Murky Waters
HuntingSearch And RescueLong Range IlluminationTactical Use
Common praise
High Brightness With Focused Beam For Underwater UseLong Maximum Runtime With Battery Swap CapabilityDurable, Corrosion Resistant Design Suitable For SaltwaterIntuitive Side Switch Allows Easy One Handed OperationWaterproof With Triple O Rings And 1.5m Impact Resistance
Exceptional Long Range Beam Up To 1300 MetersHigh Quality Aerospace Grade Aluminum ConstructionGood Battery Capacity And Included Rechargeable BatteryMultiple Brightness Levels And Strobe For Tactical UseCompact Size With Effective Heat Management
Common complaints
Mostly Specialized For Diving; Less Suited As General EDC Flashlight
Relatively Heavy With Battery (427g)Not Designed For Diving UseCan Become Hot During Prolonged High Output Use
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