Comparison Console
Acebeam T28 vs Acebeam X20-R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X20-R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam T28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2471% 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$230Most expensive
Weight
427 g (15.06 oz)Heaviest
293 g (10.34 oz)Lightest
Length
198 mm (7.80 in)Longest
136.3 mm (5.37 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmLowest output
10000 lmHighest output
Max candela
422500 cdHighest candela
48400 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1300 m (4265 ft)Highest
440 m (1444 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
1680 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x IMR21700NP-510A rechargeable li-ion battery (included), compatible with 1x18650 battery
2 x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
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
AL6061-T6 high-quality aluminium alloy with HA III hard-anodised finish
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingSearch and rescueLong-range illuminationTactical use
Search and rescuePatrollingCavingOutdoor adventuresExtreme outdoor operations
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
Exceptional brightness and beam distance for a compact searchlight.Versatile tactical and duty modes with multiple output levels.Durable construction with high-quality aluminum and excellent waterproofing.Long runtime on lowest mode (up to 28 hours).Convenient rechargeable batteries with USB-C charging.
Common complaints
Relatively heavy with battery (427g)Not designed for diving useCan become hot during prolonged high output use
Not designed for everyday carry due to size and weight.Turbo mode runtime is very short (50 seconds at max output).Higher brightness levels have limited runtime due to heat management.
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