Comparison Console
Acebeam T28 vs Acebeam X30
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 700% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam T28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 700% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1141% 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$209Most expensive
Weight
427 g (15.06 oz)Lightest
474 g (16.72 oz)Heaviest
Length
198 mm (7.80 in)Longest
160 mm (6.30 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmLowest output
20000 lmHighest output
Max candela
422500 cdHighest candela
48400 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1300 m (4265 ft)Highest
600 m (1969 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
3480 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x IMR21700NP-510A rechargeable li-ion battery (included), compatible with 1x18650 battery
Replaceable lithium-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingSearch and rescueLong-range illuminationTactical use
Search and rescueOutdoor enthusiastsTactical useHigh-performance illumination
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
Extremely bright with 20,000 lumens outputLong beam distance of up to 600 metersDurable aerospace-grade aluminum constructionHigh IP68 waterproof ratingVersatile dual light sources (white and red)USB-C rechargeable battery with replaceable designMechanical lock to prevent accidental activation
Common complaints
Relatively heavy with battery (427g)Not designed for diving useCan become hot during prolonged high output use
Relatively heavy and bulky for everyday carryTurbo runtime not officially publishedNot designed as compact EDC or keychain light