Comparison Console
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 vs Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 186% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 314% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 186% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 314% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 13% 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$89.85
Weight
65.8 g (2.32 oz)Lightest
71 g (2.50 oz)Heaviest
Length
96 mm (3.78 in)Shortest
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
350 lmLowest output
Max candela
2756 cdLowest candela
6400 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
105 m (344 ft)Lowest
160 m (525 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
840 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion or 1x AA alkaline/Ni-MH
CR123A lithium, AA alkaline, AA lithium
Charging type
USB-C (battery)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodised finish
Anodized aluminum, impact-resistant borofloat glass lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Outdoor activitiesEmergency situations
Everyday carryLaw enforcementSecurityMilitarySporting goodsHardware/toolsGeneral personal use
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
Multiple power source optionsCompact sizeHigh brightness for its sizeGood runtimeDurable constructionWaterproof to 1 meter for 30 minutesProgrammable TEN-TAP modes
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)
Weight varies with battery typeNo integrated rechargeable option