Comparison Console
Acebeam H17 2.0 vs Acebeam TAC 2AA
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% 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 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 81% 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$59.9Most expensive
US$49.9Cheapest
Weight
73 g (2.57 oz)Lightest
106 g (3.74 oz)Heaviest
Length
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
149.9 mm (5.90 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmHighest output
1600 lmLowest output
Max candela
4096 cdLowest candela
23104 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
181 m (594 ft)Highest
Max runtime
10200 minLongest runtime
5640 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18350 Li-ion rechargeable battery
1 x Acebeam USB-C rechargeable 14100 lithium-ion battery, compatible with 2 x AA NiMH/Alkaline
Charging type
USB-C (5V 1.5A)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
HAIII hard-anodised AL6061-T6 aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Night runningOutdoor adventuresCampingHands-free tasks
EDCTactical useDog walkingHome securityEmergencyCampingHikingOutdoor adventures
Common praise
High max brightness and useful moonlight modeLightweight at 73g without headbandFast USB-C charging in about 1 hourVersatile modes including strobe, SOS, beacon and RGB auxiliary lightsDurable aluminum body with IP68 waterproofing and impact resistance
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
Run time on turbo mode is limited to under an hourSome users might find headlamp attachment methods or weight with headband less suitable for everyday carry
Requires some learning to master controlsShorter runtime on Turbo mode compared to larger lights