Comparison Console
Acebeam T28 vs Olight X7 Marauder
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 27% gap from the closest alternative. Olight X7 Marauder stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 260% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam T28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight X7 Marauder stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight X7 Marauder 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 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight X7 Marauder stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 260% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight X7 Marauder stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 56% 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$249.99Most expensive
Weight
427 g (15.06 oz)Lightest
472 g (16.65 oz)Heaviest
Length
198 mm (7.80 in)Longest
127 mm (5.00 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmLowest output
9000 lmHighest output
Max candela
422500 cdHighest candela
24500 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1300 m (4265 ft)Highest
313 m (1027 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
43200 min
43200 min
Power & durability
Battery type
1x IMR21700NP-510A rechargeable li-ion battery (included), compatible with 1x18650 battery
4 x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
Optional smart charger included in kit or standard 4-bay charger
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized anti-abrasive finish
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with MilSpec Type-II hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingSearch and rescueLong-range illuminationTactical use
High output illuminationOutdoor useSearch and rescueLong range lighting
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 high maximum brightnessLong runtime especially at lower modesRobust build quality with premium materialsThermal management to prevent overheatingGood mode memory and versatile user interface
Common complaints
Relatively heavy with battery (427g)Not designed for diving useCan become hot during prolonged high output use
Large and heavy compared to typical EDC flashlightsNot suitable for compact pocket carryTurbo S mode cannot be used continuously in high ambient temperaturesRequires high-drain 18650 batteries for best performance