Comparison Console
Acebeam PT20 vs Acebeam UC3A
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 25% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC3A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC3A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% 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$39.9Most expensive
US$34.9Cheapest
Weight
47 g (1.66 oz)Lightest
63 g (2.22 oz)Heaviest
Length
132.5 mm (5.22 in)Longest
71.5 mm (2.81 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
900 lmHighest output
Max candela
1600 cdLowest candela
1806 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
80 m (262 ft)Lowest
85 m (279 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1680 minShortest runtime
3180 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 10880 USB-C Li-ion battery, compatible with 2 x AAA alkaline/NiMH batteries
10440 USB-C rechargeable Li-ion; also compatible with AAA battery
Charging type
USB-C (battery charging port)
USB-C charging for included 10440 battery
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
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTravelEmergency lightingInspection work
Everyday carry (EDC)Keychain carryCampingSignalingEmergency kitsBackup flashlight useDog walkingBag or glove box carry
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 lightweight design (63g)High maximum brightness (900 lumens) for sizeVersatile RGB side light with multiple colors and modesDual switches for main and auxiliary lightsUSB-C rechargeable included 10440 battery with AAA compatibilityDurable aerospace-grade aluminum body with IP68 ratingMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useLong runtime on lower modesWide 270° beam angle on side RGB light
Common complaints
Carbon fiber finish can be slick to holdLow CRI (~70) not ideal for color-critical tasksNo standby light current
Limited runtime at highest brightness due to step-downMain LEDs have low CRI (~70)Cannot use main and side lights simultaneouslySwitches have a slightly 'dead' feel in the middleNo mode memory for moonlight, turbo, and strobe modes