Comparison Console
Acebeam T28 vs Acebeam W35
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam W35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 213% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam T28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 213% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8540% 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$182.9Cheapest
US$339.9Most expensive
Weight
427 g (15.06 oz)Heaviest
327.4 g (11.55 oz)Lightest
Length
198 mm (7.80 in)Longest
189.9 mm (7.48 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmHighest output
800 lmLowest output
Max candela
422500 cdLowest candela
1690000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
1300 m (4265 ft)Lowest
2600 m (8530 ft)Highest
Max runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
500 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x IMR21700NP-510A rechargeable li-ion battery (included), compatible with 1x18650 battery
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C integrated charging port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (dustproof and waterproof to 2m for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized anti-abrasive finish
High-quality AL6061-T6 aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingSearch and rescueLong-range illuminationTactical use
Long-range illuminationHuntingOutdoor activitiesProfessional inspectionsSearch and rescue
Common praise
Exceptional long-range beam up to 1300 metersHigh-quality aerospace-grade aluminum constructionGood battery capacity and included rechargeable batteryMultiple brightness levels and strobe for tactical useCompact size with effective heat management
Excellent build quality typical of AcebeamInnovative electronic zoom with seamless flood to spot transitionVery high beam intensity and impressive throw distanceConvenient USB-C charging with onboard batteryClear battery level indicator LEDGood mode spacing without PWM
Common complaints
Relatively heavy with battery (427g)Not designed for diving useCan become hot during prolonged high output use
Relatively heavy compared to typical EDC flashlightsNo pocket clip or pouch includedTripod mount removed compared to predecessor W30Turbo and strobe modes not memorized on power cycle
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