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Acebeam T27 vs Fenix TK21R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix TK21R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix TK21R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix TK21R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix TK21R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T27 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK21R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T27 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T27 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK21R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK21R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T27 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 893% 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$159.9Most expensive
US$130.43Cheapest
Weight
229.5 g (8.10 oz)Heaviest
221.4 g (7.81 oz)Lightest
Length
174.7 mm (6.88 in)Longest
153.3 mm (6.04 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmLowest output
3600 lmHighest output
Max candela
348000 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
1180 m (3871 ft)Highest
480 m (1575 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
4350 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 5100mAh rechargeable lithium ion battery (included); also compatible with 1x18650 battery with adapter or 2x CR123 batteries
21700 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (5 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum body with premium Type III hard anodized anti-abrasive finish, stainless steel strike bezel, ultra-clear tempered glass lens with anti-reflective coating
Aluminum alloy A6061-T6
Use case profile
Best for
Long Range Tactical UseHuntingSearch & RescueMilitary And Law EnforcementMountaineeringCampingFirst AidConstructionAdventureSelf Defence
Tactical UsePatrollingSearch And RescueTraffic InspectionSelf Defense
Common praise
Impressive Throw And Tight Beam For Long Distance SpottingGood Balance And Lightweight For Its SizeWell Made With Durable Materials And FinishReliable Battery Life With Included 21700 BatteryFast USB C Charging And Power Bank Function
Very Bright With Strong BeamSolid Build QualityIp68 Waterproof RatingLong RuntimeFast USB C ChargingComfortable Size For Tactical UseImproved Tactile Switch Feel
Common complaints
Beam May Be Too Focused For Close Up Tasks
Larger Size Compared To Some EDC FlashlightsNo Detailed Mode Descriptions Available
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