Comparison Console
Acebeam T28 vs Nitecore TM28
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam T28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 119% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 39% 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$399.95Most expensive
Weight
427 g (15.06 oz)Heaviest
414.7 g (14.63 oz)Lightest
Length
198 mm (7.80 in)Longest
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmLowest output
6000 lmHighest output
Max candela
422500 cdHighest candela
107200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1300 m (4265 ft)Highest
655 m (2149 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
43200 minShortest runtime
59940 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x IMR21700NP-510A rechargeable li-ion battery (included), compatible with 1x18650 battery
4x 3100mAh IMR 18650 rechargeable Li-ion batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
AC adapter with intelligent charging circuit
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (submersible)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aerospace grade aluminium alloy with HAIII hard anodised finish
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingSearch and rescueLong-range illuminationTactical use
Search and rescueCampingPhotographyOutdoor useTactical applications
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
Very bright output with high lumen countLong beam distance and intensityIntelligent charging and OLED status displayMultiple brightness and special modesDurable, waterproof design
Common complaints
Relatively heavy with battery (427g)Not designed for diving useCan become hot during prolonged high output use
Heavy weight for pocket carryRelatively large size
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