Comparison Console
Acebeam PT20 vs Acebeam TAC AA
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 107% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 107% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 27% 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$39.9
US$39.9
Weight
47 g (1.66 oz)Lightest
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Heaviest
Length
132.5 mm (5.22 in)Longest
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
1000 lmHighest output
Max candela
1600 cdLowest candela
19600 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
80 m (262 ft)Lowest
280 m (919 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1680 minShortest runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 10880 USB-C Li-ion battery, compatible with 2 x AAA alkaline/NiMH batteries
1 x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion battery included, compatible with AA alkaline or NiMH batteries
Charging type
USB-C (battery charging port)
USB-C charging on included battery (not built into flashlight)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m waterproof for 30 minutes)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Al6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Anodized aircraft aluminum (AL6061-T6), scratch-resistant polycarbonate lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTravelEmergency lightingInspection work
Everyday carryTactical useEDCSituations requiring compact, bright flashlight with dual fuel compatibility
Common praise
Compact size and lightweight designGood balance of brightness and runtimeConvenient two-way clipIncludes rechargeable battery with USB-C chargingComfortable pen-shaped gripReliable tail switch operation
Compact and lightweightHigh brightness for sizeDurable and well-builtDual fuel compatibility (14500 and AA)Good waterproof rating (IP68)Easy-to-use tail clicky switch with memory function
Common complaints
Carbon fiber finish can be slick to holdLow CRI (~70) not ideal for color-critical tasksNo standby light current
No integrated charging port on the flashlight body (charging is on battery only)Turbo mode has limited durationSwitch boot can be slightly wobbly when tail standingUses PWM in all modes which might be noticeable to some users