Comparison Console
Acebeam K60 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 25% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam K60 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam K60 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam K60 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K60 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K60 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K60 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$179Cheapest
US$182.9Most expensive
Weight
570 g (20.11 oz)Heaviest
427 g (15.06 oz)Lightest
Length
206 mm (8.11 in)Longest
198 mm (7.80 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
2500 lmLowest output
Max candela
124100 cdLowest candela
422500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
704 m (2310 ft)Lowest
1300 m (4265 ft)Highest
Max runtime
78000 minLongest runtime
43200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4x 18650 Li-Ion
1x IMR21700NP-510A rechargeable li-ion battery (included), compatible with 1x18650 battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (2 meters)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum body, type III hard anodized finish
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
MilitaryLaw EnforcementSelf-defenseHuntingSearch & RescueOutdoor activities
HuntingSearch and rescueLong-range illuminationTactical use
Common praise
Very bright output up to 5000 lumensGood UI with magnetic control ring and forward clicky tail switchHigh build quality with aircraft grade aluminum and hard anodized finishGood thermal management and runtime regulationReliable and safe design without in-light chargingEffective beam throw of 704 meters
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
Gets hot quickly on turbo mode, requiring cautionNot available in neutral white LEDNo in-light charging feature
Relatively heavy with battery (427g)Not designed for diving useCan become hot during prolonged high output use