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Acebeam T28 vs Streamlight Stinger 2020

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam T28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam T28 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam T28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Streamlight Stinger 2020 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam T28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2900% 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.

Acebeam T28 — Beam distance: 1300 m (4265 ft)Acebeam T28 — Max candela: 422500 cdAcebeam T28 — Weight: 427 g (15.06 oz)Acebeam T28 — Length: 198 mm (7.80 in)Acebeam T28 — Retail price: US$182.9Acebeam T28 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Streamlight Stinger 2020 — Beam distance: 315 m (1033 ft)Streamlight Stinger 2020 — Max candela: 25000 cdStreamlight Stinger 2020 — Weight: 349 g (12.31 oz)Streamlight Stinger 2020 — Length: 195 mm (7.68 in)Streamlight Stinger 2020 — Retail price: US$225Streamlight Stinger 2020 — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$182.9Cheapest
US$225Most expensive
Weight
427 g (15.06 oz)Heaviest
349 g (12.31 oz)Lightest
Length
198 mm (7.80 in)Longest
195 mm (7.68 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmHighest output
2000 lmLowest output
Max candela
422500 cdHighest candela
25000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1300 m (4265 ft)Highest
315 m (1033 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
1440 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x IMR21700NP-510A rechargeable li-ion battery (included), compatible with 1x18650 battery
2 x SL-B26 Lithium-Ion Rechargeable (2600mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro USB charging cradle and built-in Micro USB port on batteries
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized anti-abrasive finish
CNC machined aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
▣Hunting▣Search And Rescue▣Long Range Illumination▣Tactical Use
▣Tactical Use▣Duty Use▣Outdoor Activities▣Every Situation Requiring Powerful Illumination
Common praise
✓Exceptional Long Range Beam Up To 1300 Meters✓High Quality Aerospace Grade Aluminum Construction✓Good Battery Capacity And Included Rechargeable Battery✓Multiple Brightness Levels And Strobe For Tactical Use✓Compact Size With Effective Heat Management
✓High Maximum Output And Brightness✓Long Runtime Especially On Medium And Low Modes✓Ergonomic Design With Firm Grip And Anti Roll Body✓Mode Selector Switch Allowing Quick Access To Desired Output✓Multiple Activation Switches (front And Tail) For Convenience✓Ipx7 Water Resistance And 2 Meter Impact Resistance✓Compatibility With Existing Stinger Chargers✓Built In Micro USB Charging On Batteries For On The Go Charging
Common complaints
⚠Relatively Heavy With Battery (427g)⚠Not Designed For Diving Use⚠Can Become Hot During Prolonged High Output Use
⚠Maximum Output Is A Brief Burst Then Steps Down To Half Brightness⚠Switches Require Considerable Force To Activate Constant On, Less Comfortable Than Older Models⚠Wide Beam Angle Reduces Peak Beam Intensity And Range Compared To Previous High Intensity Variants

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