Comparison Console
Acebeam T27 vs Wuben A21
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben A21 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A21 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T27 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 23900% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben A21 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T27 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T27 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A21 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A21 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T27 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 23900% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A21 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T27 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 29% 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$159.9
Unknown
Weight
229.5 g (8.10 oz)Heaviest
217 g (7.65 oz)Lightest
Length
174.7 mm (6.88 in)Longest
135 mm (5.31 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmLowest output
4200 lmHighest output
Max candela
348000 cdHighest candela
12854 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1180 m (3871 ft)Highest
222 m (728 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
180 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
1x 21700 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C (up to 2A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (5 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
Unknown
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 body, stainless steel bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range tactical useHuntingSearch & RescueMilitary and Law EnforcementMountaineeringCampingFirst AidConstructionAdventureSelf-defence
EDC useHigh output flood lightingDurability
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
High quality build and materialsImpressive output close to rated 4200 lumensHigh beam intensity and wide flood beamDurable stainless steel bezelConvenient USB-C charging with included batteryGood mode memory and lock-out features
Common complaints
Beam may be too focused for close-up tasks
Tailcap difficult to unscrewParasitic drain causing slow battery dischargeSound of metal parts during high heat runtimeLong battery does not fit most chargers
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