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Acebeam K75 vs Nitecore TM28
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam K75 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam K75 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam K75 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K75 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 175% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K75 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K75 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 455% 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$321.9Cheapest
US$399.95Most expensive
Weight
1140 g (40.21 oz)Heaviest
414.7 g (14.63 oz)Lightest
Length
214 mm (8.43 in)Longest
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
6500 lmHighest output
6000 lmLowest output
Max candela
1844164 cdHighest candela
107200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
2716 m (8911 ft)Highest
655 m (2149 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
10800 minShortest runtime
59940 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion batteries
4x 3100mAh IMR 18650 rechargeable Li-ion batteries
Charging type
External charging of batteries (batteries must be removed)
AC adapter with intelligent charging circuit
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8 (submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminium alloy
Aerospace grade aluminium alloy with HAIII hard anodised finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range search and rescueHuntingCampingEmergency signaling
Search and rescueCampingPhotographyOutdoor useTactical applications
Common praise
Incredible throw distance and brightnessWell built sturdy aluminium body with good finishUser friendly one-button interfaceEffective thermal management and battery level indicatorIncludes tripod socket and convenient carry handle
Very bright output with high lumen countLong beam distance and intensityIntelligent charging and OLED status displayMultiple brightness and special modesDurable, waterproof design
Common complaints
Large size and relatively heavy for prolonged handheld useBatteries not included in some packagesRequires high-drain batteries to access full power modesSensitive anodized finish prone to fingerprints
Heavy weight for pocket carryRelatively large size
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