Comparison Console
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 vs Acebeam UC3A
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam UC3A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 34% 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
Unknown
US$34.9
Weight
65.8 g (2.32 oz)Heaviest
63 g (2.22 oz)Lightest
Length
96 mm (3.78 in)Longest
71.5 mm (2.81 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
900 lmLowest output
Max candela
2756 cdHighest candela
1806 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
105 m (344 ft)Highest
85 m (279 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
3180 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion or 1x AA alkaline/Ni-MH
10440 USB-C rechargeable Li-ion; also compatible with AAA battery
Charging type
USB-C (battery)
USB-C charging for included 10440 battery
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodised finish
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Outdoor ActivitiesEmergency Situations
Everyday Carry (EDC)Keychain CarryCampingSignalingEmergency KitsBackup Flashlight UseDog WalkingBag Or Glove Box Carry
Common praise
Compact And LightweightDurable Construction With Ip68 RatingGood Maximum Output And Beam DistanceMultiple Brightness Levels With Memory FunctionUSB C Rechargeable Battery Included And Aa CompatibleFidget Clip Feature Appreciated By Users With Adhd/autism
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
Forward Clicky Switch Not Preferred By All UsersNo Built In Charging On The Flashlight Body, Charging In Battery OnlyPwm Usage On All Modes (though Not Very Noticeable)
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
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