Comparison Console
Acebeam E70-AL vs Acebeam TAC 2AA
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam E70-AL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam E70-AL stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 188% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E70-AL stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E70-AL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E70-AL stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 188% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam E70-AL stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 181% 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$74.9Most expensive
US$49.9Cheapest
Weight
102 g (3.60 oz)Lightest
106 g (3.74 oz)Heaviest
Length
128.3 mm (5.05 in)Shortest
149.9 mm (5.90 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4600 lmHighest output
1600 lmLowest output
Max candela
14400 cdLowest candela
23104 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
240 m (787 ft)Highest
181 m (594 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15840 minLongest runtime
5640 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 lithium-ion
1 x Acebeam USB-C rechargeable 14100 lithium-ion battery, compatible with 2 x AA NiMH/Alkaline
Charging type
USB-C built-in port on battery, cable included
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aero grade aluminum, HAIII hard-anodized
HAIII hard-anodised AL6061-T6 aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDCCampingAdventureSearch-and-rescueOutdoor enthusiastsSecurityIndustrial applications
EDCTactical useDog walkingHome securityEmergencyCampingHikingOutdoor adventures
Common praise
High max output of 4600 lumensGood build quality with premium materialsConvenient rechargeable 21700 battery with USB-CIncludes useful accessories like pouch, spare O-rings, lanyardSolid runtime and throw performanceFeatures tritium slots for customization
Powerful output for sizeUSB-C charging with dual power optionsDurable and tactical-grade build qualityVersatile dual-mode interfaceCompact and lightweight for EDCIncludes useful diffusers for versatility
Common complaints
Inner sleeve color (blue) not matching brand colorsTube size causes slight rattle with flat top 21700 cellsTailcap not easily removable to charge batteryMode memory cannot be disabled
Requires some learning to master controlsShorter runtime on Turbo mode compared to larger lights